5s4a: Microbiomesupport: Towards Coordinated Microbiome R&I Activities In The Food System To Support (EU And) International Bioeconomy Goals

Abstract

Knowledge of the potential of microbiomes, throughout the food chains, is seen as a promising means to ensuring the sustainability of our food system. Although a number of relevant European programmes and initiatives are currently running or are being launched, they are largely fragmented, implying a stringent need for coordinated action. This need for joint action should also be regarded at the international level.