On Tuesday, June 11, ISEL signed a collaboration protocol with the Portuguese Farmers' Confederation (CAP), with the aim of actively contributing to the technological modernization of the national agricultural sector. The signing took place at the National Agriculture Fair, at the National Exhibition Center (CNEMA), in Santarém.

The agreement establishes a strategic partnership focused on technical and scientific advice to CAP in areas such as information systems, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and precision agriculture. Joint participation in research and development (R&D) projects, the involvement of students in internships and dissertations on relevant topics, as well as the promotion of educational initiatives, including merit awards and support for the creation of laboratory infrastructure are also planned.

The ceremony was attended by ISEL President, Professor José Nascimento, Internationalization Advisor, Professor António Serrador, and professors Nuno Datia and Matilde Pato, both from ISEL's Department of Computer Engineering (DEI). Professor Matilde Pato will coordinate the work under the protocol. CAP's President, Álvaro Mendonça e Moura, was present.

The symbolic visit to the fair by representatives of both institutions marked the mutual commitment to innovation and sustainable development in the sector.