DTTI Action in Food reaches more schools and advances Inclusion
As artificial intelligence reshapes the world of food and agriculture, schools across Europe are preparing young people for a sector undergoing rapid digital transformation. Through DTTI Action in Food, teachers and students gain the skills to understand, experiment with, and apply AI technologies to real agrifood challenges.
This school year’s implementation in Greece shows that the programme is not only expanding its reach, but also proves its potential to be inclusive, engaging, and adaptable across diverse educational environments.
The programme’s train-the-trainer model equips educators with practical knowledge to confidently bring AI and agrifood innovation into their classrooms. During October 2025, more than 60 teachers from 37 schools completed the training. Participants explored the fundamentals of AI, learned how computer vision works, and experimented with classroom activities that connect food systems with digital technologies. By the end of the sessions, teachers were ready to guide students through hands-on challenges
Following the training, 26 schools across Greece are currently implementing the DTTI programme with their students.
Teachers reported strong engagement and curiosity as students discovered how AI could help tackle real issues. By linking technology to everyday experiences, the programme helped students see innovation as something tangible and achievable.
One of the most remarkable outcomes of this training round was the active participation of 5 special education schools. Their successful participation highlights the flexibility and accessibility of DTTI Action in Food programme. Teachers in these schools adapted the materials to meet different learning needs, enabling students to interact with AI in meaningful ways and combined it with other school activities e.g. working on the school garden.
Computer vision activities proved particularly powerful. Students were able to connect digital observations with hands-on tasks, and work collaboratively on small projects that made AI feel real and relevant.This showcase that AI education can be inclusive by design. Students who are often excluded from technology-focused initiatives were not only able to participate, they thrived.
A Pathway to future skills and equal opportunities
The Greek implementation demonstrates how AI and agrifood education can create opportunities for all learners. Through DTTI Action in Food:
- Students develop digital confidence and problem-solving skills.
- Teachers gain tools to integrate emerging technologies into the curriculum.
- Schools of all types — general, vocational, and special education — engage with innovation on equal footing.
This inclusive approach aligns with Europe’s ambition to prepare young people for a greener, more digital and more resilient agrifood system. The strong participation in Greece this year, and especially the successful involvement of special education schools, shows that DTTI Action in Food can reach diverse student populations and inspire them to contribute to a sustainable food future.
