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We were honoured to welcome Andrea Porro, Secretary General of the World Farmers' Organisation, at our offices in Nyon yesterday to discuss progress on our Memorandum of Understanding signed in 2022. For ISF, partnering with WFO is vital to ensuring farmers all over the world have access to the highest quality seed of their choice. During Andrea's visit, we discussed our engagement around mutual topics of interest, including: 🌱 access to genetic resources and plant breeding innovation 🌱 supporting farmers to adapt to climate change and access climate finance 🌱 our joint actions under the World Seed Partnership (WSP) Learn more about the work of the WSP from this panel at the 2024 World Seed Congress: https://lnkd.in/eTGFJSiX #SeedIsLife

📣 SAVE THE DATE: The IPIFF (International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed) will hold its Annual Congress in Brussels IPIFF represents the EU's insect production industry for food and feed use. Their annual event gathers Europe's top researchers, executives, and stakeholders in the insect industry. This year’s event is titled “Science meets Agriculture”. Among the topics that will be discussed are: • The European insect producing sector policy priorities for 2024-2029 • Opportunities for creating circular and bio-based economies • Cooperation between different EU policies You can get early bird passes until 31 October, which include: → Networking dinner on November 20 → On-site lunch on November 21 → All organizational expenses → Coffee breaks 🔗 Link to register to IPIFF’s Annual Congress in the comments below. *** 📌 Follow Insect Academy for the latest news on the Insects as Food and Feed Industry #Mealworm #BlackSoldierFly #InsectProtein

❗ Europe's most important congress on insects as food and feed is coming! The IPIFF (International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed) represents the EU's insect production industry for food and feed use. Their annual event gathers Europe's top researchers, executives, and stakeholders in the insect industry. This year’s event is titled “Science meets Agriculture”. Among the topics that will be discussed are: • The European insect producing sector policy priorities for 2024-2029 • Opportunities for creating circular and bio-based economies • Cooperation between different EU policies 👉 You can get early bird passes until 31 October, which include: → Networking dinner on November 20 → On-site lunch on November 21 → All organizational expenses → Coffee breaks 🔗 Register here today! https://lnkd.in/e2Be59xd *** 📌 Follow Insect Academy for the latest news on the Insects as Food and Feed Industry #InsectIndustry #BlackSoldierFly #InsectProtein

Europe's most important congress on insects as food and feed is coming! The IPIFF (International Platform of Insects for Food and Feed) represents the EU's insect production industry for food and feed use. Their annual event gathers Europe's top researchers, executives, and stakeholders in the insect industry. This year’s event is titled “Science meets Agriculture”. Among the topics that will be discussed are: • The European insect producing sector policy priorities for 2024-2029 • Opportunities for creating circular and bio-based economies • Cooperation between different EU policies You can get early bird passes until 31 October, which include: → Networking dinner on November 20 → On-site lunch on November 21 → All organizational expenses → Coffee breaks 🔗 Link to register to IPIFF’s Annual Congress in the comments below. *** 📌 Follow us for the latest news on the Insects as Food and Feed Industry #InsectIndustry #BlackSoldierFly #InsectProtein

🎁 Early gift for #AKISConnect users: AKIS in Play! The new #modernAKIS game modules on Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems, provide a comprehensive understanding of the complexities within agricultural systems. What’s in it for you? 🔍 Explore the challenges of modern agriculture. 🧩 Delve into the dynamics of the AKIS ecosystem. 💡 Understand the importance and process of diagnosing AKIS for effective problem-solving. Ready to play? Dive into the dynamics of knowledge transfer and agricultural innovations: https://lnkd.in/dtg8QWWw EU CAP Network European Research Executive Agency (REA) FEUGA. Fundación Universidad-Empresa Gallega

🌟📝We are excited to share our latest research on the effects of lameness in dairy cows, conducted in collaboration with our amazing co-authors. I’m truly grateful for their contributions and dedication to advancing dairy cow health and productivity Agriculture MDPI Ramūnas Antanaitis ❗️ 🌟📈Our study found that lameness significantly reduces milk yield (up to 40%), alters milk composition, and decreases rumination time—often before clinical signs appear. These findings highlight the potential of automated monitoring systems for early detection, enabling better welfare and management strategies. Early intervention is key to reducing economic losses and improving dairy farm sustainability. ⬇️https://lnkd.in/d6HBvcpD

We're proud to support the work of Rahman Tashakkori and his talented team at Appalachian State University in bee conservation through a grant to advance the Beemon Hive Monitoring System. This innovative tool uses cutting-edge technology to monitor honeybee health, track behaviors, and improve hive productivity—helping to combat the alarming decline in bee populations. An NCInnovation grant will enable the team to bring their research closer to commercialization, benefiting both professional and amateur beekeepers. This project showcases the power of collaboration between universities, industry, and the community, with real-world impact on agriculture and sustainability. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eHq634F8

✨ Capacity building in sweet potato production in Samoa! ✨ With support from the Crawford Fund QLD Committee, Dr. Bree Wilson from the Centre for Crop Health at the University of Southern Queensland is leading training to strengthen the skills of Samoan scientists in plant pathology. This initiative connects overseas scientists with experienced Queensland counterparts to tackle shared agricultural challenges. Read more: https://buff.ly/3XU1kbR

A challenge - What is the real price of milk? The attached chart shows the raw dairy farm's milk prices in the EU for the last nine years—let's say 0.5 EUR/L. Can you tell me what would be the real price of milk if dairy farms were not subsidized by the government? Coffee/beer and glory for the solver. DairyX, ממשק - ממדע למדיניות - Mimshak - Science and Policy Fellowships Program, NewMoo, The Good Food Institute Israel, Modern Agriculture FoundationHackSummit,Tomas Turner, William Vuijk #AnimalFree, #HackSummit2024, #caseinMicelles, #PrecisionFermentation

"Nature wants to repair itself and to keep moving. And we do lots of stuff to create obstacles. That can't happen." - Jack Algiere, Chief Agroecology Officer at the Stone Barns Center for Food & Agriculture, on this week's episode of System Catalysts. Listen to Jack's conversation with co-host English Sall about what working with nature can teach us about managing an ecosystem of changemakers.🎧: https://lnkd.in/e5srz2Ug