We are pleased to announce the organization of the international conference “Green Infrastructure, Agroecological Practices and Biodiversity in Olive Orchards”, which will take place from 23 to 26 November 2026 at the Hellenic Mediterranean University in Heraklion, Crete, Greece.

GiOlive Conference is organized by the Laboratory of Olive, Vine and Agroecological Production Systems (LOVAPS) of the Department of Agriculture HMU.

The conference aims to bring together academics, researchers, experts, professionals, policymakers, and students working in the fields of biodiversity of Mediterranean agroecosystems and Green Infrastructure in rural areas and landscapes, habitat connectivity at the landscape level, agroecology, and olive cultivation. The conference objective is the exchange of knowledge and to foster constructive dialogue on current challenges and future perspectives related to these thematic areas.

For more information and to submit an abstract, visit the conference website https://giolive.hmu.gr/

We kindly ask you to save the dates and share this event with colleagues who may be interested.

We look forward to welcoming you to Heraklion in November 2026!

Abstract Submission Deadline Extended!
The Organizing Committee is pleased to announce an extension of the abstract submission deadline for the “Green Infrastructure, Agroecological Practices and Biodiversity in Olive Orchards”.

The deadline for abstract submissions has been extended to 31 August 2026.

This extension provides additional time for researchers, academics, professionals, and students to prepare and submit their contributions.

Don’t miss this opportunity to share your research and join us at the conference!