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Welcome to Smart Sensors 4 Agri-food In the ever-evolving landscape of the European agri-food industry, its role as a driving force in economic and societal transitions is undeniable. To ensure its sustained prosperity, the industry must spearhead both digital and green transformations. The Green Deal and Digital Transformation The Green Deal, a transformative initiative by the European Commission, places sustainable food systems at its core through the farm-to-fork strategy. This strategy's success relies on harnessing smart data usage across the agri-food value chain and the broader food system. In simpler terms, the Green Deal and Digitalization are intertwined, demanding the agri–food sector in Europe to simultaneously embrace digitalization and eco-friendly practices. Industry 5.0: A New Paradigm Industry 5.0 envisions an industry beyond efficiency and productivity, emphasizing societal well-being, sustainable technologies, and planetary respect. This concept builds upon 'Industry 4.0' by prioritizing research and innovation, steering European industry towards sustainability and resilience. Industry 5.0 empowers workers, addresses skill needs, boosts industry competitiveness, and attracts top talent. Its circular models and resource-efficient technologies align with environmental preservation. Moreover, it enhances industry resilience against disruptions like the COVID-19 crisis. Our Thematic Smart Specialisation Partnership (S3P) Our Thematic Smart Specialisation Partnership (S3P) aims to foster a symbiotic ecosystem between agri-food and technology clusters, digital solution providers, research institutions (RTOs), and stakeholders. This ecosystem accelerates digital innovation within food processing companies, enhancing sustainability and resilience. By tackling specific challenges faced by these companies, tailored digital solutions are developed and implemented.