Danish Farmers Abroad

📅 2024 in review with Danish Farmers Abroad. As we wrap up 2024, we’re looking back on a year filled with inspiring events, meaningful connections, and valuable knowledge-sharing. Here’s a quick look back at some DFA highlights: ✅ DFA welcomed agricultural, horticultural, and veterinary students for internships with member companies. ✅ The 2024 Study Trip to the Baltics offered key insights into agriculture and investment opportunities. ✅ 10+ EEG group meetings fostered leadership, benchmarking, and cultural exchange across Europe. ✅ DFA’s social media grew with popular Interview Spots showcasing member experiences. 💼 Join our mission: Explore job postings, internships, and investment opportunities on the DFA website! #2024Recap #DanishFarmersAbroad #DFA

🎄 Merry Christmas from Danish Farmers Abroad! Warm wishes to all our members, partners and friends around the world. In Denmark, Christmas is a time of togetherness, good food and cherished traditions. We are hoping that you will enjoy the sweet risalamande and win the mandelgave🎁 Glædelig Jul! 🎄 #MerryChristmas #DanishFarmersAbroad #DanishTraditions

🌾 Curious about the latest harvest results from DFA members? We have received updates, providing valuable insights into this season’s progress and outcomes from Goodvalley Ukraine and from Goodvalley Poland: Explore their results and gain a deeper understanding of the agricultural landscape 👉 https://cutt.ly/DeBfrtKL To stay up to date with DFA news, visit our website 🌐 danishfarmersabroad.com and sign up for our newsletter. #HarvestResults #DanishFarmersAbroad #AgricultureUpdates

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📩 Stay Updated with Danish Farmers Abroad! Don’t miss out on the latest news, insights, and updates from the world of international agriculture! Our December newsletter is here, bringing you the latest discussions on: -reflections on 2024 and outlook for 2025; -upcoming activities; -reports on recent DFA activities; -news from member companies and many more. Read the latest news here 👉 https://cutt.ly/JeBsEPU7 #Newsletter #DanishFarmersAbroad #AgricultureNews

In mid-November, the DFA CA Network Group gathered at FirstFarms A/S Slovakia, hosted by Ricky Petersen and Søren Nielsen. This meeting combined practical insights with innovative strategies: FirstFarms Strategy: A visionary plan, including investments in a dairy creamery for high-value products. Farm Synergies: Integrating cash crops with dairy feed, shifting from alfalfa to silo-rye and silo-corn. Innovative Practices: Exploring alternatives to winter OSR, like sunflower and spring malting barley, for better yields and premiums. Nutrient Optimization: Slurry management integrated with crop planning, resulting in improved yields. Industrial Visit: Tour of Jungbunzlauer's Austrian factory, showcasing corn's transformation into citric acid and other food products. A big thank you to all participants for their valuable contributions! 🐄🌾 🗓️ Next Meeting: mid-June 2025! Stay tuned for upcoming activities👉 https://lnkd.in/d-QhyQpG #DFA #AgricultureInnovation #Networking #Sustainability #CropManagement

Let's get to know each other! Today we meet Torben Tornegård Olesen – Sales Director of ACO FUNKI A/S. 𝗤 How did you and your company first get involved with DFA? 𝗔 We joined DFA around 2010 through a connection with the former chairman, who invited us to a meeting. The welcoming atmosphere helped us expand our network in the industry. 𝗤 What part of the DFA activities have you participated in, and how has it impacted your career? 𝗔 I’ve particularly enjoyed their annual conference, which brings together professionals for meaningful discussions. I've also traveled internationally with them, gaining valuable insights that supported my career growth. 𝗤 Can you share a pivotal moment influenced by your participation in a DFA activity? 𝗔 While I haven’t attended training programs personally, attending conferences expanded my connections significantly. A notable experience was when DFA representatives visited our office in Russia; those meetings led to new opportunities thanks to their network. 𝗤 What was your main challenge in 2023 within your DFA activity? 𝗔 2023 was challenging due to market impacts from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine; however, we managed to navigate these difficulties successfully by year-end. 𝗤 How do you envision the future of agriculture and what role do you see DFA playing? 𝗔 Agriculture's future focuses on minimizing environmental impact and reducing CO₂ emissions. I believe that DFA will play an essential role as one of the most innovative players in this mission. 𝗤 Outside work, what's a passion or hobby that not many people know about? 𝗔 Running is important for me—I complete a half marathon yearly—and I love gardening at our summer house surrounded by family. I'm also passionate about football; AGF is my local team while FC Barcelona holds my interest too! 𝗤 If you could recommend a holiday destination to fellow members? 𝗔 Skagen in northern Denmark is one of my favorite places—always relaxing! Northern Italy is another wonderful destination I'd highly recommend for travel. 𝗤 What advice would you give young professionals entering the field? 𝗔 Build strong networks like DFA or Danish Pig Academy (where I'm chairman). These spaces foster connections among dedicated professionals. Don’t hesitate when faced with challenges—ask questions and stay open-minded. Being approachable enhances learning experiences! Thank you, Torben, for sharing your insights and experiences with us! Stay tuned for more stories from our incredible DFA community. #dfa #danishfarmersabroad

🌍Today, December 5th, we celebrate World Soil Day. It’s a reminder for us to raise awareness about the critical role of healthy soil in agriculture, the environment and our shared future. At Danish Farmers Abroad, protecting and improving soil quality is a top priority. Through initiatives like Conservation Agriculture and knowledge-sharing within our ERFA groups, we strive to support farmers in maintaining fertile and productive soil for future generations. Let’s take a moment to reflect on the vital role soil plays in our daily lives and commit to promoting sustainable farming practices! #WorldSoilDay #SoilHealth #SustainableFarming #DanishFarmersAbroad

Are you ready to take your studies to the next level? To support the growth of new talent in the agricultural sector, Danish Farmers Abroad is inviting students to apply to the global internship opportunities provided by DFA members. These internships are designed to provide hands-on experience in innovative farms across the world, offering the chance to learn from industry leaders and gain practical skills in sustainable farming. What’s in it? • Work on innovative farms worldwide. • Gain hands-on experience and boost your CV. • Learn from experts in cutting-edge, sustainable farming. 🔊If you’re studying agriculture, horticulture, or veterinary science, don't miss the chance to gain valuable experience with some of the most influential agricultural operations globally! For more info about the opportunity get in touch with 👉tom@axelgaard.org