KYLIS – Added Value to Agriculture through Development and Cooperation
KYLIS – Added Value to Agriculture through Development and Cooperation project supports farms in South Ostrobothnia in expanding their business by starting or developing food processing activities. The project provides expert knowledge, training, and guidance to help farmers turn their raw materials into higher-value food products and strengthen the profitability and resilience of their farms.
KYLIS focuses on:
- Increasing farmers’ skills in food processing, product development, food safety, marketing, and business management.
- Helping entrepreneurs raise the value of their raw materials by processing them into new food products that meet consumer demand for local and sustainable foods.
- Supporting regional cooperation and networking among farmers, experts, and food sector actors to share experiences, build partnerships, and develop new solutions.
- Strengthening the local food system, self-sufficiency, and preparedness by increasing local processing activities and shortening value chains.
The project includes:
- Producing educational materials
- Designing and implementing a training path
- Organising practical workshops and advisory sessions
- Communicating about project activities and results
The project will be carried out in Finnish.
Project information
Implementer: Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences
Duration: 10/2025 – 9/2027
Funding: KYLIS – Added Value to Agriculture through Development and Cooperation is co‑funded by the European Union. The project has received EU rural development funding from the Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment (ELY Centre) of South Ostrobothnia, whose tasks are now carried out by the South Ostrobothnia Economic Development Centre.
Budget: 182,217 € (90% funding rate)
Project Manager: Jasmine Erkkilä
The training programme is made possible by the EU‑co‑funded KYLIS – Added Value to Agriculture through Development and Cooperation project. The project has received EU rural development funding from the South Ostrobothnia ELY Centre, whose tasks are now carried out by the South Ostrobothnia Economic Development Centre.
