Summary
TOPIC: 2.2.1-2026 (RIA) FARMING SYSTEM: Novel remote and non-invasive ICT monitoring and control systems against disease and pest infestation
TYPE OF ACTION: (RIA) Innovation and Action
TOTAL INDICATIVE AMOUNT ALLOCATED FOR PROJECT: At least EUR 1 million
SUBMISSION DEADLINE STAGE 1: 15.05.2026 (13:00h Central European Time (CET)) only 10 pages document.
This topic focuses on the development and validation of digital solutions (ICT, AI, sensors, EO) for the early detection, monitoring, and management of agricultural pests and diseases, especially in Mediterranean contexts and on small farms. The approach is very clear: to move from reactive systems (pesticides) to predictive, accessible, and scalable models.
Description
SCOPE OF THE TOPIC:
Problem to be solved
• Climate intensification → more pests
• Globalization → introduction of invasive species
• Loss of biodiversity → less natural control
• Direct impact on agricultural production
Key barriers
• Lack of infrastructure and adapted tools
• High costs
• Delayed response
• Dependence on pesticides
Expected solutions:
• Non-invasive, low-cost, and scalable systems
• Technologies such as:
• AI (diagnostics)
• Earth Observation
• Field sensors
• Adapted to the Mediterranean context and small stakeholders
ACTIVITIES TO BE WORKED ON IN THE PROJECT (Minimum 2)
• Digital early detection tools
• AI-based solutions (diagnostics + forecasting)
• Data integration (satellite + climate + field)
• Scalable business models
• Training and adoption • Development of technical guides
It's not just technology → it's a complete solution + adoption + business model.
Expected Outcomes (very important for scoring)
Projects must contribute to ALL of the following:
• Integrated early warning systems
• Capacity building (farmers + institutions)
• Adoption by smallholder farmers
• Reduced environmental impact (fewer pesticides)
• Increased trust in digital solutions
Measurable impact on IPM (Integrated Pest Management) + actual adoption: Demonstrate with data that your solution improves integrated pest management (fewer pesticides, earlier detection, more accurate decisions, reduced environmental impact).
Real-world adoption: that farmers or end users actually use it in the field (not just in a pilot program), with evidence of use, scalability, and continuity after the project.
Should you have any questions, feel free to contact Mar Coromina (mcoromina@secartys.org | 623 35 59 80)
