Work Package 4 – Mediterranean Diet Supply Chains
Modernized Mediterranean meals require innovative packaging that preserves quality, extends shelf-life, and reduces environmental impact. WP3 addresses this need by developing eco-friendly, bio-based, and active packaging solutions tailored to MEDIET4ALL food products.
Objectives of WP4
WP4 aims to:
Build a multicenter database of traditional and modern Mediterranean recipes (linked to WP2 outputs).
Create a database of Mediterranean food producers, including smallholders, local processors, restaurants, and SMEs.
Develop resilient, multicenter MEDIET supply chains connecting producers, processors, and distributors.
Structure databases of MEDIET and MedLifestyle interventions in synergy with WP1 and WP5.
Approach
Led by the National School of Agriculture of Meknes (ENA Meknes), WP4 combines field-based engagement, data management, and digital integration. Key activities include:
On-site visits and stakeholder engagement to mobilise producers and providers.
Development of interoperable databases feeding into the MEDIET4ALL digital ecosystem.
Promotion of short supply chains, transparency, and traceability.
Coordination with WP5 to integrate data into the centralised mobile platform and Smart Coach.
This approach ensures supply chains are scientifically validated, digitally connected, and culturally rooted.
Key achievements
Established multicenter databases for recipes, producers, and interventions.
Developed resilient and traceable Mediterranean supply chains.
Mobilised a strong network of stakeholders through field visits, fairs, and professional events.
Enhanced international visibility via partnerships and Agro-pôle Olivier platforms.
Integrated supply chain data into the MEDIET4ALL digital ecosystem, ready for pilot testing.
Impact and next steps
WP4 contributes to:
Greater accessibility and availability of Mediterranean foods.
Strengthened short supply chains and reduced reliance on ultra-processed foods.
Increased economic opportunities for local producers and SMEs.
Enhanced consumer trust through transparency and scientific validation.
Next steps include expanding databases, reinforcing cross-country supply chain connectivity, and supporting pilot testing through the digital platform and Smart Coach, in collaboration with WP5 and WP7