Mr Matteo Metta: Farm diversification | Best Researcher Award

Dr at  ARC2020, Italy

Dr. Matteo Metta is a Digital Agriculture Research and Policy Specialist based in Brussels, Belgium. Currently working as a freelancer at the FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia, he oversees the development of an open digital database mapping ICT-based solutions in agriculture. With a strong background in CAP Policy Analysis, he collaborates with the Agricultural & Rural Convention, critically analyzing CAP reform and National CAP Strategic Plans.

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Education and Qualifications:

1. University of Pisa, Pisa, Toscana, IT
   • Duration: 2019-11-01 to present
   • Pursuing a Ph.D. in the Department of Food, Agriculture, and Environmental Science.
2. Ghent University, Ghent, BE
   • Duration: 2014-09-01 to 2016-09-09
   • Qualification: Completed studies in the Faculty of Bio-science engineering.

Employment:

1. Agriculture and Rural Convention 2020, Brussels, BE
   • Duration: 2020-03-01 to present
   • Role: Active contributor to ARC2020, focusing on agricultural policy analysis.
2. Università degli Studi di Pisa, Brussels, BE
   • Duration: 2020-01-01 to present
   • Role: Research Officer in Horizon 2020 project DESIRA.eu, delving into digitalization’s economic and social impacts in rural areas.
3. European Network for Rural Development – Evaluation Helpdesk, Brussels, Belgium, BE
   • Duration: 2016-03-01 to 2019-12-31
   • Role: Engaged in evaluation and coordination tasks related to rural development.

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