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Two representatives from Tikveš Winery visited Geisenheim University as part of the APD SEE implemented by the IAK to learn about innovative approaches to agri-photovoltaics in viticulture. The focus was on discussing challenges related to climate change, specific investment plans in North Macedonia, and prospects for deeper cooperation between academia and the private sector.

Drawing on its extensive national and international experience in the integration of skilled workers, IAK Agrar Consulting GmbH is actively involved in the skilled worker alliance “WE-Fair: Economic and Development Policy for Fair Recruitment of Skilled Workers” launched by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and is helping to shape its future development.

As part of the SFI forestry project implemented by the IAK, a high-level Ukrainian delegation engaged in intensive discussions during an expert tour in Germany on sustainable, multifunctional forest management, digitalization, and EU regulations. The focus was on strategic coordination and the exchange of practical experiences aimed at further developing the forestry sector.

During the second week of March, a delegation from the Agricultural Policy Dialogue between the African Union and Germany identified opportunities for German agricultural companies and avenues for cooperation in the agricultural sector during its first visit to Botswana. The APD AU is funded by the BMLEH and implemented by the IAK.

Today, IAK Agrar Consulting GmbH celebrates its 45th anniversary. Since 1981, we have stood for professional expertise, international cooperation, and sustainable development in agriculture – in collaboration with strong partners in Germany, Europe, and around the world.

The new Mission Soil Platform was officially launched on Feb 20, 2026. With NTU International as consortium lead, IAK Agrar Consulting GmbH supports the implementation of the EU Mission “A Soil Deal for Europe.”

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming Ethiopian Ambassador H.E. Eskindir Yirga Asfaw to our offices for a professional exchange. The focus was on issues relating to trade promotion, specific topics at product level, and new impetus for economic cooperation between Germany and Ethiopia, on which the IAK presented its consulting services. In addition, solutions were discussed in the context of the EU Deforestation Regulation and digital innovations to secure EU market access and strengthen sustainable value chains.

From Jan 26-30, 2026, the IAK conducted two intensive training courses on the use of the Climate Expert Tool for executives of companies in the Pakistani textile industry on behalf of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. In addition to new climate adaptation measures, a particular focus was placed on identifying market opportunities.

At the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA) 2026 in Berlin, the IAK presented itself with its own booth and contributed its expertise on digital twins, water-smart agriculture, and resilient food systems to key technical and political formats – from international panels to high-level dialogues.