🎄 Season's Greetings from Value4Farm! 🎄 ⛄ As we wrap up 2024, our team wants to extend our warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season!✨ 😊 Thank you for your continued support and partnership. 🎉This year, we've made significant strides in sustainable farming practices and innovation. We look forward to achieving new milestones together in the coming year! 💡 See you in 2025! 🌟
Value4Farm
Services for Renewable Energy
This project received funding from the EU’s Horizon Europe Research & Innovation programme. Grant Agreement 101116076.
About us
VALUE4FARM is a EU funded project gathering 14 partners with the aim of demonstrating solutions at farm level to allow in situ renewable-energy production to match farms' energy needs while maintaining sustainable food production. To do so, VALUE4FARM will demonstrate three renewable-based value chains in three countries: in Denmark, add-ons to the traditional biomethane pathway will be brought for answering the local specificities of large-scale farms. In Belgium, a pathway towards better use of existing residual streams will be demonstrated for efficient production of electricity/heat and fuel, thus answering mobility needs for small-scale farms. In Italy, hybridisation compatibilities will be investigated towards the creation of an efficient off-grid biomethane plant. Sustainable agricultural crop protocols will be developed, based on farmers' specifications, meeting the challenges of the agricultural sector. All value chains will promote circularity through nutrient recovery.
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www.value4farm.eu
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😊 We are delighted to share this post highlighting Magnus Kamau Katana Lindhardt, a dedicated member of Aarhus University team as part of our #HorizonEurope Value4Farm project, working on the innovative combination of 🌾agriculture and 🔋renewable energy. 💡 Their research focuses on #agrivoltaics, investigating how vertical solar panels affect crop growth and quality, with the aim of developing multifunctional land use that produces both food and sustainable electricity. We are very proud of this hard work and significant contributions to our demo site in Denmark. 🌱☀️ 👏 A huge shout out to the entire team at Aarhus University for their efforts and collaboration on our project! Keep up the great work. 👏 🌍 Together we are making progress towards a sustainable future! 👉 More information: www.value4farm.eu CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
🎄 Holiday Research Spotlight Series 🎄 Today, we highlight Magnus Kamau Katana Lindhardt, whose research in agrivoltaics is paving the way for a future where sustainable agriculture and renewable energy go hand in hand. Kamau grew up in Copenhagen and Hundested, where his early interest in natural sciences was sparked by the sea and nature. After high school, he pursued a student position aboard the training ship Georg Stage, gaining invaluable skills and lifelong friendships. Back on shore, Kamau began a bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources at the Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen, specializing in plants. His academic journey took him to Brazil and Colombia, where he gained firsthand experience with tropical agriculture. These experiences deepened his understanding of how climate and culture shape agricultural systems and reconnected him with his Kenyan heritage. After completing his bachelor’s degree, Kamau pursued a master’s degree in Plant Sciences and Geoinformatics at Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands. Returning to Denmark, Kamau worked at the Danish Agricultural Agency, focusing on satellite-based monitoring of farmland. However, he missed the hands-on connection with the land. Today, Kamau is pursuing a PhD at Aarhus Universitet as part of the EU-funded Value4Farm project, researching agrivoltaics—the combination of agriculture and solar energy. His work studies how vertical solar panels affect crop growth and quality, aiming to create multifunctional land use that produces both food and sustainable electricity. Read more about Kamau's journey and his vision for a sustainable future: https://lnkd.in/d_qYY9wS Stay tuned for more portraits of our brilliant researchers. #Agroecology #Research #ClimateChange #SustainableSolutions #PhD #HolidaySeason
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🌟 Team MITIS Visits Inagro vzw! 🌱 🌍 During a team-building day, the MITIS team had the great opportunity to visit our coordinator Inagro vzw! 😊 💡 The focus was mainly on #AnaerobicDigestion, and the team also visited Value4Farm demonstration site where the MITIS microturbine will be installed next year. 🚀 📸 Check out the photos from the visit! #Value4Farm #MITIS #AnaerobicDigestion #RenewableEnergy #SustainableFuture #HorizonEurope CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
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🌿 Value4Farm at the 3rd #AgriVoltaicsConference in Vienna! 🌞 📌 In early November 2024, Magnus Kamau Katana Lindhardt and Maryam Rahimi Jahangirlou from Aarhus University presented the Value4Farm project at the 3rd AgriVoltaics Conference in Vienna, Austria. 🎉 ✨ They shared our project’s progress and engaged in insightful discussions, showcasing innovative research in agrivoltaics. 🌾 👉 Discover more in our latest blog article: https://lnkd.in/ecWsdJeZ #Value4Farm #AgriVoltaics2024 #SustainableAgriculture #RenewableEnergy #Innovation
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✨ We are proud to share that our partner Inagro vzw recently visited EnergyDecentral and EuroTier in Hanover in the context of the Value4Farm project! 🌱 👉 Check out the post below for more details! 😊 🌍 Together, we're driving sustainable solutions for a greener future! 🌍 #biogas #biomethane #cleanenergy #sustainability #agriculture
Two weeks ago I had the opportunity to visit EnergyDecentral and EuroTier in Hannover. It was great to see that many companies offer solutions for the challenges agriculture is facing nowadays, such as access to affordable and clean energy. Within Value4Farm, Inagro vzw will demonstrate several valorisation options for #biogas, among which an innovative microturbine (MITIS), several ways to upgrade biogas to #biomethane and its use as a transport fuel for tractors. www.value4farm.eu
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📣 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬! 📣 Value4Farm's 𝐃𝟐.𝟓 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐔𝐬𝐞 has been successfully unveiled! 🌿♻️ 🌍 Developed by our work package leader Inagro vzw, this protocol is set to transform the way we manage agricultural residues and digestates, paving the way for a more sustainable future! ✨ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞? - Best Practices: Discover innovative methods for managing crop residues that enhance soil health. - Digestate Application Techniques: Learn how to effectively utilise digestate as a nutrient-rich resource. - Nutrient Recycling Strategies: Maximise efficiency in nutrient use while minimising waste. 👉 Ready to dive in? Explore all the exciting details on our website: 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝟰𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺.𝗲𝘂. 📊Stay tuned for more updates as we continue our journey towards sustainable agriculture! CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency #Value4Farm #CircularEconomy #SustainableFarming #WasteManagement #Innovation #HorizonEurope
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🌱 Exciting #PhDOpportunity with the University of Reading! 🌱 Passionate about #SustainableFarming? Join a PhD project linked to our Value4Farm #HorizonEurope project! 🔬 PhD Project: Integrating Food, Energy, and Biodiversity on UK Farms 🌾 Explore innovative solutions that combine food production, energy generation, and biodiversity. Be part of groundbreaking research and contribute to a more sustainable agricultural future. 👉 Details and application: https://lnkd.in/eweAdcv7 THE SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE, POLICY AND DEVELOPMENT (SAPD) at the University of Reading Julian Park Alice Mauchline #Value4Farm #Sustainability #Research #Innovation
Please see funded PHD on related to agriculture, energy and biodiversity https://lnkd.in/eYKuNTVN
Assessing the Financial Implications of Integrating Food, Energy, and Biodiversity on UK Farms at University of Reading on FindAPhD.com
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📣 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬! 📣 🌞 We're thrilled to announce the release of Value4Farm's 𝐃𝟐.𝟒 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐥 for the Mediterranean region! 🌿🌍 This protocol, written by the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, focuses on sustainable farming practices adapted to the Mediterranean climate. 🔍 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬: - Cutting-edge crop rotation strategies for Mediterranean conditions - Water-efficient irrigation techniques - Climate-resilient crop varieties selection. 💡 This protocol marks a significant step towards sustainable agriculture in water-scarce regions. 👉 Dive deeper into the details at 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝟰𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺.𝗲𝘂! 📊 Stay tuned for more exciting updates! CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency #Value4Farm #SustainableAgriculture #MediterraneanRegion #Innovation #HorizonEurope
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📣 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Value4Farm'𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝟐.𝟑 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝! 🌱🌍 Authored by the Department of Agroecology - Aarhus University, this protocol focuses on sustainable farming practices tailored for the Atlantic pedoclimatic region. 🔍 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞: 🔄A smart crop rotation plan designed to enhance productivity and sustainability 🔋Integration with vertical agrivoltaics to optimise renewable energy generation 🌍Aiming for significant reductions in chemical fertilizer use and nitrate leaching 💡This protocol is a crucial step towards achieving our goals of food security and environmental sustainability in agriculture. 👉Want to learn more? Check out the full details on 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝟰𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺.𝗲𝘂 ⏱ Stay tuned for more updates on our innovative deliverables! #Value4Farm #SustainableAgriculture #CropProtocol #Innovation #HorizonEeurope #AgTech Aarhus University Inagro vzw CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
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🌍 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸! 🌍 Value4Farm joined 700+ participants at the European Biogas Association’s annual conference in Brussels, where biomethane's 2024 growth to 6.4 bcm was celebrated—a 32% increase from last year! 🎉 As we aim for 35 bcm by 2030, it’s clear biomethane is key to Europe’s sustainable future. Biogases don’t just provide energy flexibility, they also support #RegenerativeAgriculture and strengthen Europe’s #CircularEconomy. But to reach full potential, we need consistent policies and community trust. 📸 At the event, Value4Farm’s Belgian demo case was showcased, and partner CIB - Consorzio Italiano Biogas won the Green Narrator Award for its storytelling impact! 👉 Want to learn more? Check out the full details on our website: 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝟰𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺.𝗲𝘂 #Biomethane #Value4Farm #GreenEnergy #Biogas #HorizonEurope European Biogas Association CIB - Consorzio Italiano Biogas Inagro vzw World Biogas Association CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
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