Stepan Cizek, Czech Republic, joined the Global Farmer Network after attending the 2008 Global Farmer Network Roundtable and Communication Training program. 2008 was the third time the event was held. This year the Global Farmer Network Roundtable and Communication Training program will be held in Brazil, April 26-May 2, 2026.
At the 2008 roundtable, and despite their differences in culture, crops raised and language, the 20 farmers representing six continents agreed they must work together to break the barriers that stop their access to technology.
This story is part of the Global Farmer Network’s 2026 ongoing series showcasing how GFN members are advancing resilient, innovative agriculture around the world.
