Established in Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Italy and Slovenia, the Living Labs have brought together researchers, companies, farmers and students to test digital technologies and develop practical skills in precision farming.
At EIMA, project partners will share their experiences, the results achieved and the challenges encountered during implementation.
11 November: Vineyard monitoring, irrigation and agricultural data
The first session, scheduled for Wednesday, 11 November, at 10:00, will feature contributions from MATE, the Linz Center of Mechatronics (LCM), CREA and Josephinum Research.
Péter Bodor-Pesti and Florian Hammer will present the work carried out by MATE and LCM on mobile vineyard monitoring, including a sensor system designed to collect information on vegetation conditions along vineyard rows.
Lama Zeaiter from CREA will discuss the application of computer vision to assess grapevine water status and support irrigation management. The Living Lab, developed in cooperation with CET Electronics, tested methods for integrating plant measurements with soil and weather data.
Reinhard Streimelweger from Josephinum Research will present the Austrian Living Lab’s experience in agricultural data management, with a focus on transferring information between digital platforms and machinery for site-specific operations.
12 November: Geospatial technologies and agricultural robotics
The second session will take place on Thursday, 12 November, at 16:30, with contributions from Plan4all and the University of Maribor.
Karel Charvát from Plan4all will present the Czech Living Lab’s activities involving geospatial data, artificial intelligence and knowledge transfer. The work included testing JackDaw, a GeoAI tool designed to facilitate access to geographic information, alongside activities involving farmers, technology providers and training organisations.
Jurij Rakun from the University of Maribor will discuss the development and testing of agricultural robotics and sustainable farming technologies. The Living Lab’s activities included autonomous robotic systems, solutions combining solar energy and water management, and practical training opportunities for students and agricultural professionals.
Sharing Living Lab experiences with the agricultural sector
The two sessions will provide an opportunity to examine how digital technologies have been tested in different agricultural contexts and how cooperation between research institutions, businesses and education providers can support their adoption.
The presentations form part of the wider Agri-Digital Growth programme at EIMA International 2026, where the project will also present its results in digital skills development, professional training and knowledge transfer across Central Europe.
Event information
Living Labs Presentation – Part 1
11 November 2026 | 10:00
Digital Terrace, Hall 37, Mezzanine
Living Labs Presentation – Part 2
12 November 2026 | 16:30
Digital Terrace, Hall 37, Mezzanine
Location: EIMA International 2026, BolognaFiere, Italy
For further information, visit the official EIMA International programme.