The EU’s new programme for innovation Horizon 2020 is now up and running, and ICOS is looking to leverage its position as the only permanent agri-business presence in Brussels, to facilitate access to member co-operatives to schemes that can drive on their research and development aspirations.

This is especially key as we look to move up the value chain with our products and look for better value niches in European and international markets.

To this end we have developed a network of contacts and national level and in Brussels. Already member co-operatives are availing of this service.

For General info on the Horizon 2020 program and Agri see:

http://ec.europa.eu/programmes/horizon2020/en/h2020-section/food-security-sustainable-agriculture-and-forestry-marine-maritime-and-inland-water