Apr 20, 2026 (10:00 - 11:15) · Online

CORENET ADVISINAR – APRIL 2026

The next COREnet Advisinar will take place on Monday, 20 April 2026, as part of the Local Food Advisors’ Journey 2026.

The webinar will focus on How Food Hubs Work for Local Farmers, including three examples from Ireland, Germany and Romania.

The webinar will explore how food hubs can support local farmers by improving market access, strengthening regional supply chains, and creating new opportunities for direct marketing. Through expert presentations and a roundtable discussion, participants will gain insights into how these initiatives work in practice and how they can contribute to more resilient and locally rooted food systems.

Event details

  • Date: 20 April 2026

  • Time: 10:00–11:15 CET

  • Format: Presentations followed by a roundtable discussion and Q&A

Speakers & contributions

  1. Central hubs to flow organic products through the bio-district supply chain.
    Joe Kelleher – Organic Specialist at Teagasc
    country: Ireland
  2. Kleeberger Kistl: A German Cooperative 24/7 Self-Service Concept for Regional Direct Marketing
    Sophia Goßner – Head Unit “Processing and Marketing of Agricultural Products” at Bavarian State Research Center for Agriculture (LFL)
    country: Germany
  3. Helyénvaló Food Hub: A Romanian Golden Case
    Judith Molnár – Manager of the Helyénvaló Food Hub
    country: Romania

The session will conclude with an interactive roundtable discussion with the three experts.

You can register here!