Research activity
The aim of the research is to develop technologies and methodologies of agricultural engineering in both agricultural and forestry systems with activities mainly in the sectors of agricultural mechanization, environmental management, post-harvest technologies and the transformation of products and biomass for energy purposes, and of the following agri-food products: olive oil, table olives, durum wheat and other cereals, fruit and vegetables.
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High-tech agromechanics and digital agriculture
Increase the sustainable efficiency of agromechanical activities through integrated studies on machines, mechanization and digital technologies. In particular: digital and precision agriculture technologies, analysis of the performance of agricultural machines (ergonomics and safety), autonomous remote/proximal sensing studies and advanced control sensors (open-source), approval and certification of machines and mechanization of new crops.
Collection and transformation of biomass for energy and non-food purposes
Supporting the sustainable development of energy and agri-food production through the study and implementation of technological innovations and strategies for the supply of agricultural and forestry products and by-products, promoting their cascade use, according to the principles of the circular bioeconomy. Research activities are carried out both at national and community level, transferring the knowledge acquired and the technologies developed also to developing countries. Studies on biolubricants, biogas and waste valorization. Analysis of microgeneration plants.
Agro-food processing (olive trees, cereals, fruit and vegetables)
Defense and enhancement of the "Made in Italy" agro-food quality, with particular reference to oil, pasta and baked products also including those manufactured employing non-traditional cereals, fruit and vegetables. Surveys of the technological innovation of processes and conservation, with attention to the quality of the products within an integrated and a sustainable supply chain perspective. The main activities concern the agronomic, technological, nutritional, hygienic-sanitary and sensorial aspects.