From 15 to 17 September, the Root2Res consortium gathered in Maribor, Slovenia, for its Annual Meeting. The meeting brought together project partners to review progress, exchange updates and, most importantly, prepare for the final year of the project.
With the project now entering its last year, this meeting was an important opportunity for the consortium to assess the work carried out so far, align on the remaining activities and establish the next steps towards the completion of Root2Res. The coming months will be key as the project moves towards delivering and showcasing its results.
Reviewing progress across the project
The first day, 15 September, focused on reviewing the progress made across the different Work Packages (WPs). Partners presented updates on their activities and achievements, providing an overview of the work carried out so far and the progress towards the project’s objectives.
The meeting also included an update on the different crops being tested within Root2Res, offering an opportunity for partners to share progress and experiences from the different research activities.
Planning the final year together
On 16 September, the consortium continued with the remaining Work Package presentations and dedicated time to interactive sessions among partners.
These sessions provided a space to discuss the priorities and upcoming activities for the final year, address key topics requiring further coordination, and ensure that the consortium is aligned on the work ahead. This collaborative approach will be essential to successfully complete the remaining activities and maximise the impact of the project’s results.
Visiting the KIS experimental station
The Annual Meeting concluded on 17 September with a visit to the KIS experimental station in Ptuj, providing partners with the opportunity to see the research activities in an experimental setting.
A big thank you to KIS for hosting the Root2Res consortium and for welcoming us to the experimental station.
As Root2Res enters its final year, the consortium leaves Maribor with a clear focus on the work ahead. The coming months will be an important period for the project, with many results and activities still to come.
Four years in, the results are taking shape, from genetic markers to modelling tools, and a clearer picture of root ideotypes. Our growing set of standardised, lab and field-ready methods to measure root traits is already available through our Toolboxes.
