NextGen Forum returns to Euroseeds2026

Date: Tuesday and Wednesday, 26 and 27 October 2026
Time: Tuesday: from 12.00 onwards and Wednesday: 09:30 – 12:00
Location: Valencia Conference Centre/Palacio de Congresos, Av. de les Corts Valencianes, 60, Pobles de l’Oest, 46015
València, Spain

Euroseeds is proud to launch the very first NextGen Forum at our 2026 Congress in Valencia.
This new initiative opens the doors of Europe’s seed sector to the next generation of talent.

The aim is simple but ambitious:

•  Inspire Master’s, PhD students and postdocs with insights into the diverse career paths
  within the seed industry.
• Connect young academics with CEOs, directors, breeders, and technical experts in an
  open and informal setting.
• Build bridges that may lead to mentorships, internships, and future career
  opportunities.

• Up to 50 Master’s, PhD students and postdocs from Valencia’s leading universities in
  agriculture, plant breeding, plant genetics, and related disciplines.
• Top-level industry representatives, from CEOs to heads of research and breeding
  departments, ready to share their experience and engage with students.

Eligibility

• Master’s, PhD students and postdocs in agriculture, plant breeding, plant genetics, and
  related fields.
• Enrolled at one of Valencia’s major universities or postgraduate schools.

Application Process

1. Provide proof of enrolment to access the online registration form.
2. Submit your application including:

•  Name, university, and degree programme
• A short motivation statement (Why are you interested in the seed sector?)
• CV upload (to share with potential employers)

Selection

• A selection panel will review your application; selected students will receive an official
  invitation and event details.
• As part of the 2026 NextGen Forum, Euroseeds and its partner organisations offer 3
  traineeship opportunities to participants. These traineeships will be awarded based on
  CVs and motivation statements submitted and the specific needs and options of the
  participating partners.

Timeline

• Applications open: June–September 2026
• Application deadline: September 2026
• Confirmations: early October 2026

The NextGen Forum is a unique opportunity to step inside the European seed sector, meet its
leaders, and explore career paths you may not have considered.

If you are passionate about agriculture, plant science, and innovation, this is your chance to
connect with the people shaping the future of seeds!

Registrations will open in May. Stay tuned and we hope to see many of you in Valencia!