EUROCASTANEA, the European Chestnut Network

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Eurocastanea is the consultation and representation body for professionals in the chestnut sector in the countries of the European Union, and in the European and world economy.
In addition, it

Organizes dialogue, consultation, study and joint action among its members, representing the chestnut sector to European or other institutions.
Contributes to the regeneration and promotion of the sector, organising the European “Eurocastanea” days and cooperation missions in the technical, scientific or economic area.

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