Mediterranean Wetland Week: Konavle, April 25–27, 2025
As part of the Spring in Konavle 2025 event, the second Mediterranean Wetland Week will be held from April 25 to 27, dedicated to the preservation of wetlands and biodiversity!
PROGRAM
- FRIDAY, April 25, 2025
17:00 – 17:15
Welcome speech by the hosts and presentation of the LIFE for Mauremys project
17:15 – 18:30
Tamara Pecoja: Using Wool in Gardening
Wool has been known as a resource for thousands of years. While we usually associate it with clothing or blankets, its application in gardening has opened up entirely new possibilities. It has proven to be effective as mulch, fertilizer, and even as protection against certain pests such as snails or voles. These and other uses of wool will be explored in a lecture for anyone interested in plant cultivation.
18:15 – 19:30
Jasminka and Željko Iličić: Application of Intensive Regenerative Biological Methods in Plant Cultivation
The regenerative biodynamic method for growing garden crops and medicinal herbs explores practical techniques for enhancing soil vitality and plant health. This lecture will cover the preparation and use of biological preparations, the use of sowing calendars to optimize planting and harvesting, and the unique qualities of biodynamically grown products. Whether you're a home gardener or a professional grower, discover how this method can improve resilience, flavor, and nutritional value of your crops while regenerating the ecosystem.
15-minute break
19:45 – 21:00
Maja Lang Balija: Permaculture Design of a Self-Sufficient Garden
This lecture will explore how to create a productive and sustainable garden using regenerative approaches without relying on conventional gardening methods. Through a detailed presentation of how to organize and build a self-sufficient homestead, you’ll learn how to successfully grow food even in locations far from your home. The lecture is for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of permaculture design and its practical application in daily life.
- SATURDAY, April 26, 2025
17:00 – 18:15
Bruna Tariba and Ivan Kekez: Agriculture in Ecosystem Regeneration
Often criticized as the greatest threat to ecosystems, agriculture has been and remains the only human activity on which survival depends. The farmer is, therefore, the only person who can preserve ecosystems while producing food for their family and others. Learn about the power of the farmer and how they can regenerate the ecosystem, even through intensive livestock farming. What methods and tools can we use to produce nutritionally rich food – a basic human right?
18:15 – 19:30
Nikolina Pokupec: Regenerative Free-Range Poultry Farming
Do you want to raise meat for your family or start a business that positively impacts the surrounding ecosystem? In this lecture, you'll learn how to see and use existing resources. Whether you're producing healthy food for your family, supplementing your household budget, or developing a business, discover what to do, what to avoid, and how to grow organically – both you and your poultry!
15-minute break
19:45 – 21:00
Zrinka Dermit: Different Ways to Market Products
We will discuss various formal and informal ways of organizing producers and consumers to establish shorter supply chains. The lecture will also explain the importance and benefits of digital presence in the market and opportunities offered by existing digital food platforms.
- SUNDAY, April 27, 2025
16:00
Welcome speech by the hosts: Agrotourism Association Konavle and project partner, the Public Institution for the Management of Protected Natural Areas of the Dubrovnik-Neretva County
16:30 and 17:30
Meet the Balkan Terrapin: Educational walk with biologists to the pond near the monastery (in multiple groups, with an additional group at 18:30 if necessary)
16:30 – 18:00
Glib&Wine Art Workshop – a guided clay sculpture workshop.
16:30 – 20:00
Fun, games and educational activities for children and adults.
18:00
Performance by the Cultural and Artistic Society "Stjepan Radić", Pridvorje
18:30
Traditional homemade feast: šporki makaruli
19:00
Premiere screening of the teaser trailer for the animated film about the river turtle, created in collaboration with the Šipan Summer Film School
Admission and participation in the event are free of charge.
Pre-registration is required for the Glib&Wine Art Workshop due to a limited number of spots. Register at: ured@agroturizam-konavle.hr
Throughout all three days, there will be an Exhibition about the Balkan Terrapin in the monastery, viewable during the event hours:
Friday and Saturday from 17:00 to 21:00, Sunday from 16:00 to 21:00.
Come and join us!