Final PROVER Conference in Bosnia and Herzegovina Showcases Vertical Farming Innovation

The final conference of the PROVER project in Bosnia and Herzegovina marked a significant milestone in promoting vertical farming across the Western Balkans. Young participants from across the country had the opportunity to explore the concept of vertical farming, understand the structure and function of vertical farming systems, and learn about their environmental, economic, and social benefits. The event highlighted…

Plantađun Presented the PROVER Project at the CheckIn Conference

Today, together with our partners from Plantađun (Montenegro), we presented innovations in vertical farming and the key objectives of the PROVER project at the CheckIn Conference. Through a joint presentation, we highlighted how vertical farming can strengthen sustainable food production, reduce environmental impact, and create new educational opportunities for young people and local communities. Our colleague Ines Stojanović presented the…

Final PROVER Partner Meeting Hosted in Travnik

The Center for Youth Education (CEM) Travnik had the pleasure of hosting the final partner meeting of the PROVER project, bringing together organizations from Greece, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Partners from Smart Agro Hub, Charles Telford Erickson VET School, Environmental and Territorial Management Institute, Racc Educo, Plantađun, Vesela.Motika, and CEM met in Travnik to review project results,…

Montenegro: Educational Workshops on Vertical Gardening Successfully Completed in Montenegro

The educational workshops held in Montenegro as part of the PROVER project have been successfully completed. During these sessions, participants had the opportunity to explore the basics of vertical gardening – an innovative method of growing plants that conserves space and resources, making it especially suitable for urban environments. Through interactive presentations, participants learned what vertical gardening is, discovered inspiring…

Albania: ETMI and “Charles Telford Erikson” VET School Deliver Vertical Farming Training in Albania

In April 2025, ETMI, in collaboration with the “Charles Telford Erikson” VET School, successfully implemented a local training program under the PROVER Project at the school’s facilities in Golem, Kavajë. This initiative brought together 20 vocational education and training (VET) students, equipping them with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in the design and operation of vertical farming (VF) systems —…

Bosnia and Herzegovina: Free Vertical Farming Education Reaches Local Communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina through the PROVER Project

As part of the ongoing seven-day vertical farming training under the PROVER project, the Center for Youth Education (CEM) is taking a step further to bring green innovation closer to local communities across Bosnia and Herzegovina. Within the framework of the international Erasmus+ initiative “PROVER – Promoting Vertical Farming in the Western Balkans through Strengthening the Linkages between the Business…

Montenegro: Preparations for Vertical Farming Education Underway in Montenegro as Part of the PROVER Project

As part of the Erasmus+ PROVER project – Promoting Vertical Farming in the Western Balkans, the Montenegrin organizations Racc Educo and Plantađun have officially kicked off preparations for the implementation of educational activities focused on vertical farming. On the first day of the initiative, representatives of both organizations held an internal planning meeting to define the structure and content of…

Bosnia and Herzegovina: Seven-Day Vertical Farming Training Kicks Off in Bosnia and Herzegovina as Part of the PROVER Project

We are pleased to announce the official launch of a seven-day training program on vertical farming in Bosnia and Herzegovina, implemented within the framework of the international Erasmus+ project “PROVER – Promoting Vertical Farming in the Western Balkans through Strengthening the Linkages between the Business Sector and VET Providers.” From theory to practice, this training will engage young participants from…

🌱 Preparing Vertical Gardens for Autumn 🌱

Autumn is the perfect time to prepare for winter and give your vertical gardens the best conditions for the colder months. As part of the PROVER project, we’re sharing tips for vertical gardening enthusiasts on how to protect their plants and enhance soil quality for upcoming seasons. Here are a few practical tips: Soil Preparation – Before the cold fully…

Summary of the VET Providers Training Course for Vertical Farming

From September 17 to 21, 2024, Zagreb, Croatia, hosted a comprehensive training course for VET providers focusing on Vertical Farming (VF). The course, part of the PROVER Project co-funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ VET program, aimed to promote VF as a sustainable agricultural method in Western Balkans countries by enhancing collaboration between the VET and private sectors….