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InnovPlantProtect launches new website to mark 7 years of activity

January 24, 2026
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Ines Ferreira

O InnovPlantProtect (InPP), Collaborative Laboratory specializing in biological and digital solutions for crop protection, aligned with the emerging challenges of agriculture, will launch its new institutional website on January 24th, on a symbolic date marking 7 years working in the agricultural sector.

This launch is part of a phase of institutional evolution and consolidation InPP, reinforcing its strategy of proximity to the sector, clarity in the communication of its competencies and affirmation as a strategic partner for companies, producers, associations and public bodies.

An even clearer, more up-to-date and sector-oriented platform

With a renewed structure and a more intuitive browsing experience, the new website features:

an area of Services and Products completely reorganized, which facilitates access to specialized services, laboratory capabilities and biological and digital solutions developed by InPP, as well as to a updated catalog of services and biosolutions;
more complete institutional content that reinforces transparency, scientific rigor and CoLAB's mission;
a clearer presentation of scientific skills and research areas, highlighting the impact of the work carried out by InPP's multidisciplinary teams.

New image, same mission - but reinforced

The launch of the website is accompanied by the implementation of InnovPlantProtect's new visual identity, This reflects the maturity of CoLAB and its future ambitions.

The new image - accompanied by the slogan “Innovate together. Protect better.” - reflects InPP's ongoing commitment to:

Developing new generation biological and digital solutions;
Promoting safer, more innovative and more productive agriculture;
Strengthen collaboration and partnership with the agricultural sector and the innovation ecosystem.

A new phase for InPP

The digital and visual renovation is part of a broader strategy of maturity and consolidation, Through this initiative, InPP aims to strengthen its role as a scientific and technological partner for the agricultural sector in applied research and the development of crop protection solutions.

According to António Saraiva, InPP's executive director: “This new website isn't just a digital revamp - it's a reflection of the ambition we have for our future and how we want to communicate with the sector. We want every visitor to understand the purpose that drives us: to create innovative solutions that protect crops, boost productivity and contribute to more sustainable agricultural systems. InPP is entering a new phase, with a clearer, more accessible identity aligned with the real needs of agriculture and a renewed commitment to real impact on the ground.”

Available from January 24th

The new InnovPlantProtect website will be available from January 24th at: https://iplantprotect.pt/

2026 begins with new InnovPlantProtect features

January 16, 2026
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Ines Ferreira

The start of a new year also marks a new cycle for InnovPlantProtect. In 2026, InPP enters a phase of evolution and consolidation, with several new features that reinforce its position as a strategic partner for the intelligent transformation of agriculture.

Over the next few months, initiatives, content and tools will be presented that reflect the work carried out by our teams in the areas of applied research, biological solutions, specialized services and digital innovation.

The first step in this new phase will be presented in the next January 24th, InnovPlantProtect is celebrating the date 7 years in business at the service of the agricultural sector.

Until then, we continue to prepare a range of new products that reflect our mission to promote safer, more innovative and more productive agriculture.

Stay tuned. What's coming is just the beginning.

Sustainability that Generates Value: InPP debates the role of ESG in the future of the fruit and vegetable sector

December 3, 2025
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Ines Ferreira

InnovPlantProtect (InPP) was present at the conference “Building value together”, organized by our associate FNOP - National Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers' Organizations.

InPP's executive director, António Saraiva, moderated the panel “Sustainability that generates value: The role of ESG in the future of the sector”, which included interventions from Catarina Pinto Correia (VdA), Cristina Câmara (APED), Filipa Saldanha (Crédito Agrícola), Joana Oom de Sousa (Sovena) and Rui Veríssimo Baptista (Companhia das Lezírias).

The opening session was given by Domingos dos Santos, president of FNOP and a member of CoLAB's Board of Directors of our CoLAB.

The meeting brought together producer organizations, farmers, companies, experts and political decision-makers to discuss the current challenges and look to the future of the national fruit and vegetable sector.

With the participation of national and international experts, the conference was a privileged space for sharing experiences and strategic reflection, focusing on the organization of production and the role of public policies in promoting sustainable growth.

Congratulations to FNOP for the initiative and the ability to bring together a panel of excellent speakers, making this conference a relevant and topical milestone for the sector.

Image credits: Voz do Campo magazine

EVENTS

Meeting with Science and Technology kicks off today

November 3, 2020
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Ines Ferreira

For two days, the Lisbon Congress Center will host researchers, entrepreneurs and the general public for the annual Science 2020 meeting. At this event, ANI - Agência Nacional de Inovação (National Innovation Agency) will host six virtual sessions as part of the PERIN/Horizonte Europa network and Collaborative Laboratories (CoLAB).

At the annual Science 2020 meeting, which is being held today and tomorrow at the Lisbon Congress Center, ANI-National Innovation Agency will be hosting 6 virtual sessions as part of the PERIN/Horizonte Europa network and Collaborative Laboratories (CoLAB).

Horizon Europe, the European Union's next framework program for research and innovation, will be the theme for three sessions promoted by ANI, as a member of the PERIN network:

PERIN Session - Missions

On November 3, at 11:30 a.m., there will be a presentation of the missions that will be part of Horizon Europe, followed by a speech by the European Commission on the concept of mission. The session will also feature a round table of Portuguese experts participating in mission boards. Access the event here.

PERIN Session - Pillar II

Also on November 3, at 2pm, the structure of “Pillar II of Horizon Europe - Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness” will be presented, focusing on the opportunities and themes of each of its clusters. Access the event here.

PERIN Session - Pillar III

On November 4, at 11:30 a.m., the different areas of “Pillar III of Horizon Europe - Innovative Europe” will be presented: European Innovation Council, Eurostars 3 (focusing on the Portuguese presidency of Eureka), SME Support Networks and European Institute of Innovation and Technology. Access the event here.

Also November 3rd and 4th, the three sessions dedicated to Collaborative Labs, These presentations are also part of the program of the Science 2020 Meeting. Each presentation will be structured according to a pitch in which each CoLAB will showcase its activities and the technologies and services it provides. The interventions are divided into 6 thematic areas, according to the respective area of intervention: Digital and Information Systems; Climate, Space and Oceans; Health and Social Services; Materials, Circular Economy and Urban Sustainability; Energy and Sustainability; Biodiversity and Forestry; and Agri-food. See detailed information on the CoLAB sessions e watch the event here.

The importance and challenges of science, research and innovation in Portugal's recovery in times of pandemic set the tone for the Science 2020 Meeting. This event is particularly relevant as Portugal prepares to take over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union in the first half of 2021. Speakers and participants will discuss strategies for the country and Europe to be more resilient, digital, green, social and global in the current context. Over the course of two days, the program includes several thematic sessions in a wide range of scientific areas, promoting interaction between researchers, the business sector and the general public.

The Science Meeting is promoted by the Foundation for Science and Technology in collaboration with Ciência Viva - National Agency for Scientific and Technological Culture and the Parliamentary Commission for Education and Science, and has the institutional support of the Government through the Minister for Science, Technology and Higher Education. More information about the meeting will be released soon.

See Science 2020 Meeting Program and Program of Thematic Sessions.

InPP is hiring a researcher

October 29, 2020
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Ines Ferreira

InnovPlantProtect is hiring a researcher for its Department 2 - Protection of Specific Crops. See the requirements here.

InPP is hiring a researcher

October 22, 2020
Blog
Ines Ferreira

Main responsibilities
This researcher reports directly to the Director of the Department of Protection of Specific Crops
of InnovPlantProtect and has the following responsibility:
- To identify pests and diseases in the field and in the laboratory
- Sample plant, pests and pathogen material from crop fields
- Interact with farmers and field researchers
- Support field, greenhouse and laboratory plant-pathogen interaction assays

Specific requirements
- Master degree in Phytopathology or related fields
- Experience in phytopathology and agronomic techniques is desirable
- Knowledge on molecular phytopathology and plant physiology
- Fluency in English, spoken and written

InnovPlantProtect is a private non-profit association
InnovPlantProtect aims to create innovation for the protection of crops, seeds and post-harvest
products, in particular through:
- Development of new technologies and knowledge, as well as the improvement of
previously developed technologies, to protect crops, seeds and post-harvest products, as
as well as their intellectual protection and availability;
- Development of applied scientific research to introduce the developed technologies in
the market, and to develop processes and products;
- Provide technical support to companies and entities, public or private, assisting them in
the introduction of biotechnological strategies, methods and processes, and in the
orientation and implementation of industrial research and development, directed towards
the protection of crops, seeds and post-harvest products;
- Collaboration with public or private institutions, national or foreign in their areas of
activity.

Workplace
The place of work will be the headquarters of InnovPlantProtect, at the INIAV Elvas pole, in the
former National Plant Breeding Station (Elvas, Portugal).

Salary and contract
A full-time contract will be offered, starting December 1st, 2020. The contract will last until
December, 31, 2022, being renewed annually, and with a trial period of 30 days. The contract
will be renewed past 2022 depending on further financial support.
All the activities to be developed will be subject to confidentiality clauses.
The gross value of the remuneration will be 1509,8€ (14 months - 21,152.6€/year) plus 4,77€ of
lunch subsidy per working day.

Financial Support
This contract is co-financed by the European Social Fund and Alentejo 2020, under the
Operation: Highly qualified employment in companies - Hiring Highly Qualified Human
Resources (PME or CoLAB). Project reference: ALT20-59-2018-49

To apply for this position, the following documents should be sent in a single PDF
document:
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Honor statement that all data provided in the CV is true
(If the selected candidate does not hold a master's degree by a Portuguese Higher Education
Institution, its recognition by the Portuguese State must be delivered after signing the contract,
under the terms of the Portuguese Decree-Law No. 66/2018)

Where to send the application
To the care of the Chief Executive Officer of InnovPlantProtect Collaborative Lab, Professor
Pedro Fevereiro (inpp@iplantprotect.pt).

Deadlines
This call is open until November 6th 2020, with a decision expected by November 20th. The
selected candidate is expected to start on December 1st.

General rules of data protection (GDPR)
With the entry into force of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the
Council of April 26, 2016, commonly known as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
and in order to ensure a fair and transparent treatment of the holder of the data,
InnovPlantProtect informs that by applying for this position you are authorizing
InnovPlantProtect to (1) collect and process your personal data deemed necessary and relevant
to this recruitment process, (2) to disclose the results of the evaluation in accordance with the
legislation in force.