Innovative Advisory Practices in Livestock Farming Presented in the LiveNet Project Cross visit in Bulgaria
On 2 and 3 November 2026, a working meeting dedicated to the exchange of experience and the presentation of innovative advisory practices in livestock farming was held within the framework of the LiveNet project. The event brought together Greek project partners, farmers, veterinary specialists, consultants, researchers, students from the University of National and World Economy (UNWE), as well as representatives of STEP and the National Agricultural Advisory Service (NAAS).
During the meeting, three innovative practices aimed at improving the management and efficiency of livestock farms were presented.
Stanimir Stoychev from “Stoycheff Consult” Ltd. presented SmaXtec – a bolus-based system for monitoring the health and reproductive status of cattle. Ivan Azmanov from “Mixxa” Ltd. introduced Nutri-Opt, a system that enables rapid analysis of the nutritional content of feed and the optimisation of feed rations. Maria Mihova from NAAS presented the practice of Mobile Municipal Advisory Offices, which provide more accessible advisory support to agricultural producers.
A key highlight of the programme was the practical demonstration of the innovative solutions, held on 3 November 2026 at the dairy farm of brothers Vasil and Zdravko Georgiev – “EIKON AGRO” Ltd., located in the village of Osikovitsa, Pravets Municipality. The farm, which keeps 150 dairy cows, provided participants with the opportunity to explore the application of modern technologies and advisory practices in real-life conditions.
The working meeting within the LiveNet project facilitated the exchange of knowledge, experience and good practices among farmers, experts, researchers and advisors. The solutions presented demonstrated the potential of modern technologies and professional advisory services to contribute to improving animal health and welfare, increasing productivity and promoting the sustainable management of livestock farms.
Learn more about the LiveNet projecct here: https://livenetproject.eu/