IoT-based monitoring systems for assessing agricultural trade-offs in real-time
Determine and assess benefits/impacts and trade-offs of agroecology, and identify best practices
Our expertise and experience directly align with both topics of the call:
Topic 1: Determine and assess benefits/impacts and trade-offs of agroecology Relevant projects and expertise:
• Methods and procedures to tackle trade-offs in agroecological production:
o SmartAgro: IoT-based monitoring systems for assessing agricultural trade-offs in real-time
o DISAVIT: Digital systems measuring environmental impacts in viticulture
o FarmSustainABL: Development of assessment methodologies for sustainable practices
o ADCATER: Advanced monitoring systems for evaluating ecological impacts
• Scenario analysis for accelerating best practices adoption:
o SA-TERRA: Multi-scale analysis of sustainable agricultural technologies
o SWAM: Scalable water management solutions with impact assessment at different spatial levels
o IPSUS: Data-driven scenario modeling for smart urban farming systems
Topic 2: Transform value chains, businesses and policies Relevant projects and expertise:
• Transformation and development of new business models:
o Oenotrace: Blockchain-based traceability system transforming wine production value chains
o U-GARDEN: Innovative business model for urban agriculture integration
o NGI-UAV-AGRO: Value chain optimization through AI and drone technology
• Coordination among actors and policy enhancement:
o Cross-project experience in multi-stakeholder coordination
o Proven track record in facilitating collaboration between farmers, researchers, and policymakers
Implementation Capabilities:
1. Technical Expertise:
• IoT and 5G systems for environmental monitoring
• AI solutions for early plant disease detection
• Blockchain technologies for supply chain traceability
• Machine learning for impact assessment
• Advanced telemetry for emissions monitoring
2. Living Lab Infrastructure and Approach:
• Dedicated Living Lab facility with:
o Fully equipped telemetry stations for urban precision farming
o 4000 sqm outdoor field testing area for vines, orchards, and vegetables
o Research laboratories capable of hosting 50 researchers
• Active user involvement in solution development
• Real-world testing and validation environments
• Co-creation processes with all value chain actors
• Continuous monitoring and data collection capabilities
3. Methodology for Trade-off Assessment:
• Integrated impact evaluation frameworks
• Context-specific indicator development
• Multi-scale scenario analysis
• Digital decision support tools
4. Value Chain Transformation Approach:
• Stakeholder mapping and engagement
• Business model innovation
• Policy implementation support
• Social innovation facilitation
Beia Consult International is a company with international presence, having offices in Romania, Austria, and Belgium, specialized in developing and implementing innovative technological solutions. We have extensive experience demonstrated through participation in over 50 research and development projects, with a special focus on sustainable agriculture and intelligent systems.
For more details about our projects and use cases (including AI, blockchain, quantum, 5G), please visit:
• www.beiaro.eu - our complete R&D project portfolio
• https://eng.beia-telemetrie.ro - IoT use cases and emerging technologies
Our proposed contribution will focus on:
1. Developing integrated assessment methods for agroecological practices
2. Creating digital tools for trade-off analysis
3. Implementing blockchain-based traceability solutions
4. Facilitating multi-stakeholder coordination
5. Supporting evidence-based policy development