Dr. Kakha Nadiradze is a distinguished expert with over 30 years of professional experience in the fields of agriculture, rural development, environmental sustainability, innovation policy, and international cooperation. Throughout his career, Dr. Nadiradze has played a pivotal role in promoting sustainable development and agricultural innovation across Georgia and the wider European and international landscape.
Fields of Expertise:
- Agricultural Policy and Rural Development
- Sustainable Land and Water Management
- Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation in Agriculture
- Agri-tech and Innovation Systems
- EU Research and Innovation Frameworks (Horizon Europe, FP7, H2020)
- Project Design and Consortium Building
- International Relations and Cross-Border Cooperation
- Capacity Building and Stakeholder Engagement
Work Experience Highlights:
- President / Senior Policy Advisor at major agricultural and rural development organizations in Georgia and Europe, contributing to national and EU-level policy dialogues.
- Project Coordinator and Expert in numerous EU-funded projects under Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe (Clusters 5 & 6), with a focus on green transition, smart farming, and sustainable food systems.
- Consultant and Advisor to government agencies, international donors, NGOs, and academic institutions.
- Speaker and Delegate at numerous international conferences and events, including EUtechSovereignty2025, promoting collaboration in research and innovation.
- Mentor and Evaluator in capacity-building programs for farmers, SMEs, researchers, and policymakers.
International Engagement:
Dr. Nadiradze has been actively involved in European and international networks, forging strategic partnerships to strengthen research, innovation, and sustainable development in Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and beyond.