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agrifish

CBE JU innovation on the agenda for Europe’s agricultural future

The meeting of the Agriculture and Fisheries council will center discussions on research and innovation as a way to build a more sustainable, resilient and competitive European agriculture sector.

Green biorefinery inauguration in Cork

New Irish grass biorefinery opens as demonstration site for CBE JU-funded Rural BioReFarmeries

Ireland’s first on-farm demonstration-scale biorefinery integrating grass biorefining and anaerobic digestion was inaugurated in County Cork, Ireland, earlier this week. 

algae

Cultivating the blue bioeconomy: CBE JU is unlocking the industrial potential of algae

From nutritious food and feed ingredients to bio-based materials and cosmetics, algae are the source of an expanding range of products,positioning them as one of Europe's most promising resources.

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Upcoming events

ECOSYSTEX Conference

Organiser:
European Technology Platform for the Future of Textiles and Clothing
Antwerp, Belgium
In-person

Global Bioeconomy Summit 2026

Organiser:
The International Advisory Council on Global Bioeconomy in collaboration with the Government of Ireland.
Dublin, Ireland
In-person
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pink edition 2026

CBE JU: A competitive bioeconomy for a sustainable future

Can Europe strengthen its competitiveness while accelerating the transition to a circular economy? Discover the flagship biorefineries supported by CBE JU bringing bio-based innovation to the market and strengthening Europe's industrial future.

Take part in the European circular bioeconomy cover

Take part in the European circular economy

Climate change, the impact of the pandemic, and conflicts are disrupting rural businesses across Europe. At the same time, reliance on fossil fuels is no longer sustainable. The circular bioeconomy helps address these challenges.

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