ADAPTVitis

Programme duration: 15.04.2024. - 14.04.2027. Programme Priority Axis 2 - Cooperating for greener and climate change resilient programme area

Specific Objective 2.4. - Promoting climate change adaptation and disaster risk prevention, resilience, taking into account ecosystem-based approaches


The overall objective of the project is to enhance the adaptation of viticulture to climate change through the valorization and implementation of adaptable genotypes of grapevines. By leveraging scientific research, innovative practices, and cross-border collaboration, the project seeks to foster resilience in the viticulture sector and mitigate the adverse effects of climate change, ultimately safeguarding the long-term viability and prosperity of this vital industry. The ADAPTVitis project aims to address the pressing challenge of climate change adaptation in the viticulture sector within the cross-border region of Croatia and Serbia. Spearheaded by the Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek Faculty of Agrobiotechnical Sciences Osijek, Croatia (Lead Partner), and the University of Novi Sad Faculty of Agriculture, Serbia (Partner 2), this project addresses the pressing challenges posed by drought stress and climate variability in the cross-border region. This region has witnessed the detrimental impacts of climate change, particularly in the form of prolonged drought periods and extreme weather events, which have posed significant threats to the sustainability and productivity of the viticulture industry. The overall objective of the project is to enhance the adaptation of viticulture to climate change through the valorization and implementation of adaptable genotypes of grapevines.