Interreg Cooperation Day was celebrated in the Grebaje Valley, where RDA BKP premiered the first souvenir collection “Gorski vez / Mountain Stitches”, created within the DanubeCrafts project. The initiative gathers women from Berane and surrounding areas to preserve traditional embroidery as living knowledge while adapting it to the modern market and creating economic opportunities.
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Thematic2Green Project Enters Final Phase: Green Innovations on Katuns and Study Visit to Thessaloniki
The Thematic2Green project enters its final phase through the procurement of bio-toilets and solar water heaters for katun households in Montenegro, alongside mentoring for eco-certification. In addition to improving mountain infrastructure, the RDA BKP team participated in the 90th Thessaloniki International Fair, presenting Montenegrin katuns and sustainable rural development models.
Study Visit to Slovenia – Digital Technologies and Good Practices in Agriculture
As part of the DINAMIC DANUBE project, representatives of RDA BKP and local farmers from Petnjica and Berane participated in a study visit to Slovenia. From the AGRA International Agricultural Fair to visiting leading farms and institutions in Beltinci, valuable experiences were shared on digitalization, organic production, and developing sustainable models for our family farms.
The Proposed Legal Solution Introduces Additional Obstacles to the Development of Rural Tourism
With the new Law on Tourism and Hospitality, the proposal of which was recently established by the Government, ambiguities from the previous legal solution that occurred in practice will be corrected, which used to cause unequal application and led to redundant and unnecessary administration. The intention of the Ministry of…
RTCG LINK: Agritourism is Key to the Survival of Montenegrin Villages and Katuns
Rural tourism in Montenegro is experiencing steady growth, and the key to its further development lies in agritourism – the pairing of agriculture and tourism within a single household, stated the Director of the Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije, Jelena Krivčević, during her guest appearance on Radio…
The Skill of Making Bihor Carpets: A Story Woven into the Soul of the North
The Bihor carpet is more than an object – it is a chronicle of northern Montenegro woven through symbols. Diligent weavers from Petnjica have handcrafted these unique 100% wool tapestries for centuries. Through the #DanubeCrafts and COMMHERITOUR projects, we protect this remarkable skill and century-old legacy.
First Souvenir Prototypes Presented Within the “Danube Crafts” Project
Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komovi and Prokletije continues the EU-funded Danube Crafts project. Following the training of 41 individuals in traditional embroidery, the creation of usable and practical souvenirs has begun, aiming to enrich and authentically enhance the tourism offer of our region.
Rural Households Pioneers of Sustainable Tourism: Verification for “Good Travel Seal” Begins
Regional Development Agency (RDA) for Bjelasica, Komovi and Prokletije proudly announces the official start of the independent verification process for rural households undergoing the Good Travel Seal certification. This prestigious international award confirms high environmental standards and community care.
Traditional Embroidery Workshops Held within the Danube Crafts Project
RDA BKP completed the first embroidery workshop cycle for 26 participants under the Danube Crafts project. The focus was on valorizing the famous Montenegrin stitch and empowering women economically. Due to high interest, a new training cycle is planned, alongside creating souvenir prototypes for tourism.