The Montenegrin delegation of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management paid a working visit to Bari with the aim of strengthening cooperation and further developing the agricultural sector of Montenegro.
The delegation, led by the relevant Minister Vladimir Joković, was on a working visit to Italy at the invitation of the International Center for Advanced Mediterranean Agricultural Studies - CIHEAM Bari, and in cooperation with FederUnacoma, they attended the Agrilevante 2025 international fair.
"The delegation had the opportunity to learn about the latest achievements in the field of sustainable agriculture, digitalization and innovation, and to exchange experiences with Italian institutions and partners with the aim of strengthening cooperation and further developing the agricultural sector of Montenegro in accordance with European standards," the statement said.
Joković met with the Director of CIHEAM Bari, Biaggio Di Terlici, with whom he discussed defining specific areas of future cooperation aimed at improving local production, developing innovative practices, strengthening technical capacities and transferring knowledge and technologies. Opportunities for scholarships for Montenegrin students were also presented, as well as initiatives for joint research and professional work in the field of agriculture and rural development.
As part of the Agrilevante 2025 international fair, Joković met with the Italian Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida, during which the readiness of both sides to continue and improve bilateral cooperation was confirmed, as well as Italy's support for Montenegro's European path.
The Ministry's delegation also had several visits and meetings, during which it learned about examples of good practice and innovative solutions in Italian agriculture.
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