In the Europese Interreg project Regions 4food Yookr is knowledge partner of the province of Limburg. Within Regions 4food, we work to drive the relationship between digitalisation and the agro and food value chain. This way, technological innovations and the development of new tools and skills are stimulated.

Data-driven growth

Data is becoming an increasingly important tool for the food industry. Understanding data leads to technological innovations and the development of new tools and skills. The growing volume of data and the diverse nature of data on food value chains requires specific procedures in integration and management. Based on this information, data and cognitive technologies, economic opportunities can be better seen and exploited. In addition, it promotes innovation-driven growth of companies. The aim of the Regions 4Food project is to drive the relationship between digitisation and the agri-food value chain. This includes, for instance, digitising existing processes using sensors, robotics and artificial intelligence (AI), among others. But also the use and valorisation of large amounts of data (Big Data) for knowledge development, market information and management.

Working together for the future

To achieve this, seven regions have decided to join forces and face new challenges together. These regions exchange experiences and develop work plans that create synergies and opportunities. In addition, best practices implemented in other sectors are identified. Partners work closely with stakeholders to interconnect regional innovation ecosystems. Best practices for each region will be integrated into their action plans to improve the management of targeted policy resources and implement projects that contribute to achieving the objective.