Education and innovation

Train the talent the local economy needs and apply technology to production: virtual academy, agreements and certifications.

Conceptual illustration: it does not depict existing facilities.

Careers of the future

Five profiles linked to the ZEE

Profiles proposed from the pillars’ needs. Formal programmes depend on agreements with educational institutions.

01

Agri-food Systems and Sustainable Production Specialist

Designs and manages efficient, sustainable crop and livestock systems.

Where they work: Farms, cooperatives, technical assistance

02

Aquaponics and Aquaculture Production Systems Technologist

Operates and maintains recirculating water systems with fish and crops.

Where they work: Aquaponics modules, aquaculture farms

03

Industrial Maintenance and Automation Specialist

Maintains industrial equipment and automates processes with sensors and control.

Where they work: Processing plants, cold storage, energy

04

Agro-industrial Quality, Food Safety and Traceability Specialist

Ensures food quality, safety and traceability.

Where they work: Abattoir, agro-industry, laboratory

05

Logistics, Foreign Trade and River Operations Manager

Plans transport, storage, customs and river operations.

Where they work: Logistics, foreign trade, ports

Proposed target

Applied innovation

  • Artificial intelligence to plan production and anticipate demand.
  • Sensors and data for water, climate and animal health management.
  • Digital traceability from farm to consumer.
  • Prototype lab with universities.
Ilustración de paneles de datos y una red de nodos que representa inteligencia artificial
Conceptual illustration: it does not depict existing facilities.

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The other pillars

Farming, livestock, fishing, aquaculture and aquaponics with organised producers and technical assistance.

Agro-industry, food processing, manufacturing, quality control and cold chain.

The Orinoco River, roads and collection centres as a network to move production.

Export readiness, sanitary requirements, customs and contact with buyers.