Events

Experience the agriculture of tomorrow in real-world applications! At the Smart Farming Field Day, research institutions, industry partners, and start-ups will present innovative technologies in digitalization, automation, and artificial intelligence. Look forward to: Live demonstrations of innovative smart farming technologies in the field Current projects and trends from agriculture, research, and industry Opportunities to exchange ideas with experts, companies, and practitioners in digital agriculture A visit from Minister of Agriculture Dr. Till Backhaus Everyone interested is warmly invited to attend!

Fraunhofer IGD will also be involved as a co-organizer of the Darmstadt Biometrics Week in 2026. From September 14 to 17, the events will provide leading experts from academia, industry, and government with the opportunity to exchange ideas and discuss the latest advances and innovations in biometrics through specialist conferences and discussion rounds. Further information will be available soon.

As a continuation of the workshop “Shaping the Future with AI – From Idea to Business Model,” the focus will be on deepening the understanding of legal, security-related, and ethical aspects of AI. Using the AI Act, the GDPR, and other regulatory frameworks as examples, participants will learn how AI applications and business models can be designed in compliance with legal requirements from the initial idea to market launch, operated in accordance with data protection regulations, and supported by effective governance and risk management.

Following the first part of the Darmstadt Biometrics Week in September, the Darmstadt Biometrics Week – Research will take place from November 24 to 26, 2026, marking the first dedicated scientific event series hosted at Fraunhofer IGD. The event offers leading experts from academia, industry, and government agencies the opportunity to exchange ideas on current research findings, innovative technologies, and future developments in the field of biometrics. A key highlight is the 25th International Conference of the Biometrics Special Interest Group (BIOSIG 2026), which brings together international researchers and professionals to discuss the latest scientific advances and applications in biometric technologies. Further information about the program on November 24 will be announced soon.