Day 1
Day 2
26.03.2025
Participant registration begins, and the exhibition area opens.
Panel: Eco-Schemes – Assessment of implementation in 2023-2024. Proposals for changes.
A summary and evaluation of eco-scheme implementation in 2023–2024. The panel will assess past actions and propose changes to improve the support system for farmers and strengthen ecological practices on farms. Conclusions and future perspectives will be discussed.
Conference room, level 0 – panel with English translation
Moderator: Bartłomiej Czekała – AgroHorti Media Sp. z o.o.
Speakers:
Adam BauczaRobert NowakJarosław PeczkaLeszek SzymańskiStefan KrajewskiPanel: Innovations in agriculture: Key technological trends, modern processes, and breakthrough products shaping the future of the industry.
What technologies are shaping modern agriculture, and which will revolutionize it in the future? The panel will showcase key trends and the latest process and product innovations, assessing their impact on efficiency, ecology, and industry development. The future direction of agriculture in a rapidly changing world will also be discussed.
Conference room, level 0 – panel with English translation
Moderator: Justyna Jasiewicz – PwC
Speakers:
Vasyl GolubkaMarcin GrynMirosław RabaMarcin BrochockiStructural challenges facing polish agriculture: a discussion on agricultural systems.
How do demographic and structural changes impact the future of Polish agriculture? The panel will address key challenges faced by agricultural entrepreneurs and ways to adapt to changing conditions, from an aging society to evolving farm structures.
Conference room, level 1
Moderator: prof. dr hab. Monika Stanny – Instytut Rozwoju Wsi i Rolnictwa PAN
Speakers:
Walenty PocztaGrzegorz BrodziakJarosław MalczewskiAnna HaaseBogdan PodgórskiMain Debate I: How to shape the Common Agricultural Policy in response to the challenges facing EU agriculture?
Debate Part I: 12:15 – 13:45
Debate Part II: 14:00 – 15:30
Discussion on the development directions of the Common Agricultural Policy in Poland in light of the new European Parliament term.
Cogress hall
CZĘŚĆ I
Moderator: Karol Bujoczek – Dyrektor Wydawniczy – Przewodniczący Rady Redaktorów, TOP AGRAR Polska
Speakers
Czesław Siekierski – Minister Rolnictwa i Rozwoju Wsi
Bogdan Pomianek – Zastępca Dyrektora Departament Wspólnej Polityki Rolnej, MRiRW
Joanna Czapla – Dyrektor Departamentu Płatności Bezpośrednich, MRiRW
prof. Marek Wigier – Instytut Ekonomiki Rolnictwa i Gospodarki Żywnościowej – PIB
dr hab. Wawrzyniec Czubak – Wydział Ekonomiczny, Uniwersytet Przyrodniczy w Poznaniu
dr hab. Zbigniew Karaczun – Katedra Ochrony Środowiska i Dendrologii, SGGW
Damian Murawiec – Oddolny Ogólnopolski Protest Rolników
Grzegorz Majewski – Ruch Młodych Farmerów
Michał Malec – Rolnik, Delegat Powiatowej Izby Rolniczej
CZĘŚĆ II
Moderator: Artur Balazs
Speakers
Czesław Siekierski – Minister Rolnictwa i Rozwoju Wsi
Michał Kołodziejczak – Sekretarz Stanu, Ministerstwo Rolnictwa i Rozwoju Wsi
Leszek Szymański – Zastępca prezesa, ARiMR
Jan Krzysztof Ardanowski – Poseł na Sejm, były Ministra Rolnictwa i Rozwoju Wsi
Robert Telus – Poseł na Sejm, były Ministra Rolnictwa i Rozwoju Wsi
Artur Koncik – Rolnik, Gospodarstwo Rolne Artur Koncik
Tomasz Obszański – Przewodniczący NSZZ RI „Solidarność”
Filip Pawlik – Lider Agrounii
Roman Kondrów – Lider Podkarpackiej Oszukanej Wsi
Panel: Agricultural startups – from idea to success in agribusiness.
This discussion aims to inspire agricultural school students to develop entrepreneurial skills and expand their knowledge of new technologies in agriculture. What does it take to succeed in agribusiness? Is a highly innovative idea enough to convince investors to support a project? What factors increase the chances of startup success? When is the right time to test your ideas? Young scientists and industry experts will share their experiences.
Conference room, level 0 – panel with English translation
Moderator: Bartosz Paszcza – Klub Jagielloński
Speakers:
Tomasz CzechOliwia MyczkowskaŁukasz KopińskiPaweł HaryckiKacper DachPanel: Advisory services for agriculture: the role of the state and the development of commercial services in supporting a modern agricultural sector.
An analysis of the role played by various advisory services in modern agriculture development. Experts will discuss how public institutions can support farmers through advisory programs, training, and funding sustainable and innovative solutions. The panel will also explore collaboration with the private sector, which offers commercial advisory, technological, and management services to help farmers adapt to changing market, technological, and environmental conditions.
Conference room, level 1
Moderator: Paweł Kuroczycki – Tygodnik Poradnik Rolniczy
Speakers:
Mirosław DrygasŁukasz CzechDariusz WyczlingMirosław KorzeniowskiMaciej MajewskiPanel: Healthy soil as the key to healthy food.
How can we care for soil to support ecology and increase crop efficiency? This panel will focus on regenerative, carbon farming, and other modern practices, along with the responsible use of plant protection products. Strategies that balance environmental care with benefits for farms will be explored.
Conference room, level 0 – panel with English translation
Moderator: Maria Walerowska – TOP AGRAR Polska
Speakers:
Artur WyczlingAgnieszka RomanowiczBartłomiej GlinaAnna GałązkaMateusz CiasnochaPanel: Agriculture 4.0: Digital innovations driving the future – how modern technologies shape efficiency and sustainability in the sector.
This panel will focus on the role of modern technologies in transforming the agricultural sector. Experts will discuss how digital innovations such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, and automation are changing farm management, improving production efficiency, process precision, and sustainable development. Challenges related to implementing new technologies, such as access to infrastructure, farmer training, and investments in innovative solutions, will also be discussed.
Conference room, level 1
Moderator: Bartosz Paszcza – Klub Jagielloński
Speakers:
Jarosław AdamczakTomasz WojciechowskiJacek SkudlarskiŁukasz CzechEnd of the first day of the Forum
27.03.2025
Participant registration begins, and the exhibition area opens.
Panel: Water management in times of crisis: How to address drought and protect key water resources?
Experts and practitioners address crucial questions about the future of our water resources. Together, they will explore effective ways to counter drought and safeguard water—an essential resource for life. What actions can we take to secure the future for ourselves and the next generations?
Conference room, level 0 – panel with English translation
Moderator: Aleksandra Ptak-Iglewska – Rzeczpospolita/Parkiet
Speakers:
Mateusz BalcerowiczSebastián Sangro LucasKonrad ŁuszczewskiMarian PoślednikJacek SoskaPanel: The future of Polish exports: development prospects for the agri-food sector and systemic barriers to expanding into foreign markets.
What opportunities and threats face the Polish agri-food sector in international markets? This panel will explore export development prospects, analyze key trends, and outline strategies to harness the potential of Polish production in global competition. Participants will also discuss systemic barriers, such as regulatory or logistical requirements, and share best practices to help Polish businesses compete more effectively on international markets.
Conference room, level 1
Moderator: Ernest Bodziuch – Polsat
Speakers:
Dariusz GoszczyńskiKrzysztof JażdżewskiJakub OlipraTomasz ParzybutMain Debate II: Competitiveness of the Polish food economy in the face of environmental challenges.
The goals of the European Green Deal in relation to the development prospects of the agri-food economy. What actions should be taken by government administrations to facilitate the implementation of green energy projects for agriculture, especially biogas plants? Discussion of the challenges facing Polish food producers in the context of CO2 emissions, juxtaposing foreign consumer expectations for Polish agri-food products with the real capabilities of Polish producers. The costs of ESG implementation versus the benefits.
Cogress hall
Moderator: Karol Bujoczek – TOP AGRAR Polska
Speakers:
Czesław SiekierskiMiłosz MotykaAndrzej GantnerSzymon BoruckiWiktor SzmulewiczJacek StrzeleckiPanel: Energy poverty in Polish rural areas and the development prospects of renewable energy sources (RES) in the countryside.
How to combat energy poverty in rural areas while fostering dynamic development of renewable energy sources? Experts will assess the current situation, discuss available solutions, financing opportunities, and energy storage options, pointing the way toward sustainable and accessible energy in Polish rural areas.
Conference room, level 0 – panel with English translation
Moderator: Wojciech Jakóbik – Analityk sektora energetycznego
Speakers:
Jarosław FabiańskiSławomir KalinowskiGrzegorz WiszŁukasz HołubowskiPanel: The impact of ESG reporting under the CSRD Directive on agriculture.
Experts will analyze the changes introduced by the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) in the agricultural sector. They will discuss how obligations related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting might influence agriculture, including resource management, sustainable practices, and transparency. The discussion will focus on the challenges and opportunities brought by adapting to new regulations.
Conference room, level 1
Moderator: Małgorzata Bojańczyk – Polskie Stowarzyszenie Zrównoważonego Rolnictwa i Żywności
Speakers:
Jarosław WańkowiczEryk FrontczakJacek PodlewskiAdam BauczaPanel: The countryside beyond agriculture – social initiatives as a path to a sustainable and attractive rural life.
How is the countryside changing, and how can we shape its future as an attractive place to live? The panel will address demographics, health, transport, gender equality, and social initiatives, such as social enterprises. The discussion will highlight ways to strengthen rural communities and create opportunities for all residents.
Conference room, level 0 – panel with English translation
Moderator: Monika Szewczyk-Wittek – Fundacja Polska z Natury
Speakers:
Andrzej HałasiewiczMonika StannyAgnieszka WącławskaGrażyna Jałgos-DębskaMałgorzata BojańczykHamish MarrPanel: Financing agriculture with environmental considerations.
How to effectively support sustainable practices in agriculture? This panel will focus on funding opportunities for environmentally friendly actions that help farmers combine farm development with nature conservation. Programs and tools to support agriculture’s green transformation will be discussed.
Conference room, level 1
Moderator: Bartłomiej Czekała – AgroHorti Media Sp. z o.o.