Partnerships across sectors are essential when research is expected to move beyond the laboratory. During PrimSeedPower’s October 2026 programme in Gran Canaria, participants visited the Banco Español de Algas (BEA) and PLOCAN to explore connections between marine biotechnology and crop resilience.
At BEA, discussions considered opportunities to investigate algae-derived products in seed and plant priming. Exchanges with PLOCAN addressed cross-disciplinary collaboration and potential future Horizon Europe initiatives. These stakeholder interactions complemented the scientific workshop by connecting researchers with specialised infrastructures, practical expertise and possible routes for joint activities. They illustrate the Action’s commitment to engaging relevant partners early and building collaborative pathways from promising ideas to testable solutions.