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🧩 New paper: A multi-stakeholder perspective on the use of digital technologies in European organic and agroecological farming systems Link: https://lnkd.in/eCsAMegn The paper analyses the perceptions of farmers, advisors and producer organisations towards digital technologies in organic and agroecological production systems in #Europe. The main barriers to digital technologies are economic, complex and equipment-related. Networks and collaborations between stakeholders are driving digital technologies for organic and agroecological systems. 🔔 Digital technologies are becoming increasingly important in the agri-food system. A sustainable food system is at the heart of a sustainable and circular #Bioeconomy, both of which share many of the 13 principles of #Agroecology. All this will play an increasingly important role in the coming years in the context of Europe's ambition to become more competitive, less dependent and more secure by closing the innovation gap. The study was conducted as part of the EU's PATH2DEA project, which aims to understand how digitalisation can be an enabler for agroecology. Our colleague Dr. Evelyn Reinmuth, in her role as Integrated Systems Modeler of our working group, was part of the team of authors that produced these highly relevant findings that contribute to the theory of innovation diffusion and provide useful information for defining and integrating digital transformation in an agroecological innovation ecosystem. #digitalisation #agriculture #FoodSystem #SustainableIntensification #Agroecology #Change #Resilience

Building a healthy soil microbiome is crucial for the success of regenerative agriculture (RA) practices. A diverse and abundant soil microbiome enhances soil fertility, increases carbon sequestration, improves soil structure and water retention, stimulates plant growth, and suppresses plant pathogens - reducing the need for synthetic inputs.[1] The review (https://lnkd.in/e6g4MeGx) highlights how various RA practices can impact the soil microbiome: ## No-Tillage No-till farming can promote greater microbial diversity by reducing physical disturbance and preserving microhabitats, though benefits may be limited in conventional low-diversity systems.[1] ## Increasing Plant Diversity Diverse crop rotations, cover crops, and pastures increase microbial abundance, activity, and diversity, particularly fungi involved in carbon sequestration and nutrient cycling.[1] Plant and microbial diversity are closely linked, with increases in one promoting the other. ## Grazing Management Optimizing grazing patterns alters microbial communities, with potential increases in fungal biomass and shifts in bacterial functional profiles related to nutrient cycling processes like nitrification.[1] Grazing animal type also influences microbial responses. ## Organic Amendments Applying organic amendments like manure and compost promotes beneficial microbes involved in nutrient cycling and plant growth promotion activities.[1] The review emphasizes integrating microbial data into long-term, holistic RA research across diverse systems and spatiotemporal scales. This could lead to biologically relevant monitoring tools and strategies to leverage the soil microbiome for enhancing soil health, productivity, sustainability, and climate change mitigation under RA.[1] #RegenerativeAgriculture #SoilMicrobiome #SoilHealth #SustainableAgriculture #NoTill #CoverCrops #CropDiversity #GrazingManagement #OrganicAmendments #CarbonSequestration #NutrientCycling #PlantGrowthPromotion #BioControl #ClimateChange #EnvironmentalSustainability #MicrobialResearch #AgriculturalMicrobiology #SoilMicrobiology #SoilEcology #AgroEcology Citations: [1] https://lnkd.in/e4EDGV2q Thanks to Elizabeth Westaway for the initial share.

Exciting news for Aussie ag researchers & regenerative farmers! MADE has kicked off field trials for our novel biofertiliser strategies across 5 locations in Victoria! 🇦🇺 This project is a culmination of over 12 months of research, including a global review across agriculture, hydroponics, human health & cosmetics! We then conducted 300+ seed germination tests and extensive pot trials to refine our biofertiliser approaches. To ensure real-world relevance, we partnered with 5 curious farmers. Our trials incorporate diverse soil conditions, microclimates, and baseline analyses. We're testing a range of biofertiliser solutions: - Seed treatments - Biological treatments (including digestate!) - Precision ag for enhanced monitoring Early observations show promise, with some farmers reporting earlier emergence in bio-treated crops! Researchers & regenerative farmers: - Stay tuned for regular updates & demonstration days! - Sign up for our newsletter for detailed trial progress reports. Let's revolutionise Australian agriculture together! Agriculture Victoria, Griffith University, Nutri-Tech Solutions, Victorian Bioenergy Network, Sustainability Victoria #australianagriculture #regenerativeagriculture #biofertiliser #droughtresilience #MADE #research #fieldtrials #precisionag #biocirculareconomy #betterfood #biotech #AD #anaerobicdigestion

𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬4𝐧𝐮𝐦 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 🌟 Challenge #1: 𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘰𝘰𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘧𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦-𝘉𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘚𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 (𝘕𝘉𝘚) 𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦, 𝘧𝘰𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘯 𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮 𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘪𝘰𝘥𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘪𝘭 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩. 🔸 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐱𝐭 NBS can enhance agricultural resilience by improving soil health, water retention, and biodiversity. However, understanding and visualizing the benefits of NBS in a practical, educational context is essential to encourage widespread adoption. This challenge focuses on creating educational tools that simplify the complex interactions of NBS, helping to spread their use in agriculture. 🔸𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 The ambition is to create a comprehensive, mobile demonstration kit that can be used in educational and agricultural settings to showcase the real-world benefits of NBS. The tools will help farmers, students, and policymakers better understand how NBS interventions improve soil health and agricultural sustainability. 🔸𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬 The next steps involve refining and expanding the current NBS Help Tools kit, developing additional tools, and creating educational content for schools and agricultural training programs. Data on the effectiveness of these tools in improving understanding and adoption of NBS practices will be gathered to guide future improvements. 🔸𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 Zoltán Fűzfa & Katalin Miholicsné Orbán. Zoltán is the president and founder of Pistráng Kör Egyesület, where he plays a key role as an organizer and driving force. Ready to take on the challenge? Register following the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/dmxZe2vi #hackathon #naturebasedsolutions #nutrientmanagement #HorizonEurope #EUChinacooperation plan4all, Markéta Kollerová, Tomas Mildorf University of Hohenheim, Hohenheim Research Center for Global Food Security and Ecosystems, Soil Physics and Land Management - Chair Group - Wageningen Environmental Research, Aarhus University, Department of Agroecology - Aarhus University, Széchenyi István Egyetem, Cordulus, Klimafonden Skive, plan4all, Highclere Consulting SRL, Innovation Centre for Organic Farming, SPNA agroresearch, Forschungsinstitut für biologischen Landbau FiBL, Rothamsted Research

🌱 Revolutionizing Soil Health with BeCrop® Rate 🌱 BeCrop® Rate—a groundbreaking soil health metric that validates your land’s sustainability and informs the transition to regenerative agriculture. This unique metric is the only one validated by the scientific community and has been tested globally across 200+ crops. Designed to support the entire value chain from Food and Agriculture, BeCrop® Rate is here to lead the way towards a sustainable future. The climate is heating up. The population continues to rise. Our agricultural supply chains are under threat. Regenerative agriculture steps in as the ideal solution to our global problems. Through soil recovery, we can heal our climate and empower farmers worldwide. But there hasn’t been a reliable framework to guide our efforts…until now. BeCrop® Rate provides that framework. By measuring and validating soil health, it offers actionable insights that help farmers transition to regenerative practices, ensuring long-term sustainability and productivity. Technology Validation 🌟 We have an ever-growing microbial taxonomic database, currently with 24 million taxa—the largest global database to date. 🌟 Leveraging machine learning to model microbial ecology and functionality. 🌟 Dozens of peer-reviewed scientific research papers have used BeCrop Technology. 🌟 Largest data science team in the industry. 🌟 Commitment to community education around soil microbiology. 🌟 Lab network partnering with best-in-class soil health laboratories. By leveraging the largest global taxonomic database of microorganisms, advanced functional and ecological models, and cutting-edge machine learning, BeCrop Technology provides unparalleled insights into soil-plant interactions. This empowers farmers, advisors, retailers, and input companies to make data-driven decisions for product development and targeted recommendations. Join us in harnessing the power of soil microbes to create a more sustainable and productive agricultural future! 🌍🌾 #Agriculture #SoilHealth #Microbiology #PlantGrowth #Mycorrhiza #BeCropTechnology #SustainableFarming #Innovation #IomeMakers #MachineLearning #DataScience #SoilMicrobiology #RegenerativeAgriculture #ClimateChange #Sustainability

Delighted to share my review article: "Mitigating Heat Stress in Tomato by Synergetic Effect of Trichoderma and Organic Manures" published in the Journal of Agriculture and Natural Resources (Vol. 7, Issue 1). This review served as the foundation of my understanding before embarking on my undergraduate research. It explores innovative, organic strategies like using Trichoderma and organic manures to combat heat stress—a critical challenge in tomato cultivation amid climate change. Through this journey, I’ve also uncovered findings that emphasize the importance of organic approaches to enhance resilience and ensure sustainable agricultural practices. 🌱💡 As we step into a new year, let’s prioritize sustainable solutions to agricultural challenges and work towards a greener, healthier future. 🎉 Wishing everyone a Happy New Year filled with growth, innovation, and success! #AgriculturalResearch #Sustainability #ClimateResilience #OrganicFarming #HappyNewYear2025

"It has been eye-opening to be a part of the research community and experience the trials and tribulations that come with it!"   As part of their biotechnology course, BSc students Marie Rosenkrands, Helena Kaagaard, and Sara Kristine Hagen joined a project aimed at finding new sustainable solutions to global agricultural challenges.   The team investigated a biocontrol method to target agricultural pests, especially the Western flower thrips, which cause significant damage to crops worldwide. Here’s what they discovered:   "Our goal was to determine whether symbiotic bacteria on the Western flower thrips contribute to resistance against the biopesticide Beauveria bassiana, a fungus used to kill insects. Our findings revealed that these bacteria can influence fungal growth, which has important implications for developing more effective and sustainable pest control strategies."   "This project not only advanced our understanding of bacteria-fungi interactions but was a step toward more environmentally friendly agricultural practices. We believe that exploring these natural relationships can lead to safer, more sustainable pest management solutions that benefit both ecosystems and global food security."   “We would like to thank our supervisor Laura V. Flórez for guiding us through this exciting project. We are grateful for all the knowledge and experience we gained!" 🌱🔬   #SustainableAgriculture #Biocontrol #PestManagement #Research #Agriculture #EnvironmentalScience #UniversityOfCopenhagen #WesternFlowerThrips #Biotech #Fungus #FungiMoreLikeFunGuy

🌱🦠 Exciting news in sustainable agriculture! 🚀 Our latest EngiSphere article showcases groundbreaking research on eco-friendly plant protection. Imagine beneficial bacteria wearing biodegradable armor, ready to defend your crops! 🛡️🌾 Bulgarian researchers have developed an innovative method to encapsulate Bacillus subtilis in electrospun fibers. It's like giving good bacteria their own eco-friendly superhero suit! Curious about how this could revolutionize farming? Check out the full article on EngiSphere.com! 💬 Discussion question: How do you think this technology could impact small-scale farmers? Share your thoughts below! Kudos to the brilliant minds behind this research: Petya Tsekova, Nasko Nachev, Iliyana Valcheva, Donka Draganova, Mladen Naydenov, Mariya Spasova and Olya Stoilova from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Biodinamika, UAB, and Agricultural University-Plovdiv. #SustainableAgriculture #GreenTech #BioControl #AgriculturalInnovation

🌱🌍 Happy Earth Day from RhizeBio! 🌍🌱 Today, we celebrate the heartbeat of our planet and reaffirm our commitment to nurturing it with innovative solutions. At RhizeBio, we're dedicated to revolutionizing agriculture through cutting-edge technology and a deep respect for the earth beneath our feet. 🌱 Dig Into Our New Approach to Improve Soil Performance: With RhizeBio™ technology, we're empowering growers with advanced soil testing tools to assess soil biology and performance. Let's harness the power of soil biology together and cultivate a healthier planet. 🌱 Precision Agriculture Starts at the Roots: By focusing on the rhizosphere, we're creating a healthy environment for your soil, leading to stronger, more resilient crops and sustainable farming practices. Let's modernize agriculture, starting from the roots up. 🌱 Unlock The Potential Of Genomics: We believe in the transformative power of genomics in agriculture. Join us in ensuring that communities worldwide can reap the benefits of this revolutionary technology. 🌱 Soil Health Made Simple: With our curated genetic knowledge and sophisticated analysis tools, understanding soil health has never been easier. Let's simplify soil health together and pave the way for sustainable farming practices. 🌱 Optimize Soil Function & Improve Yields with RhizeBio™: Our pioneering research and science-backed technology allow you to track biodiversity and soil health for improved farm productivity. Let's grow stronger, more nutritious crops for a brighter future. 🌱 Earn Trust with Innovative Field Trials: Are you looking to enhance the efficacy of your agricultural inputs? Our Rhize Field Trials can help you earn trust and gain a market advantage. Let's collaborate to demonstrate the power of your products in the field. This Earth Day, let's reaffirm our commitment to the planet and each other. Together, with RhizeBio™, we can cultivate a greener, more sustainable future. 🌱🌍 #EarthDay #RhizeBio #SustainableFarming #SoilHealth

🔔 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝘀𝟰𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 fourth Newsletter is out 🔔 These are the titles of this edition's articles:   🏆 𝘚𝘌𝘒𝘌𝘔 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘨𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘰𝘯 𝘣𝘪𝘰𝘥𝘺𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘧𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 🌱 𝘞𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘱𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘐𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘺, 𝘚𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘛𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘢 💡 𝘍𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘴4𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘣𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘭𝘶𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 🏛 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘌𝘶𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘣𝘰𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘷𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘊𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘍𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬, 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘥𝘦𝘣𝘢𝘵𝘦 💻 𝘔𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘨𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦   Check the full Newsletter here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dBFjKfrb   📧 𝙎𝙪𝙨𝙘𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙚 to our Newsletter to keep up to date with the work currently being carried out within the Project and its partners, as well as major news from EU regulations, policy recommendations, and outcomes of discussion forums and debates 👉 https://lnkd.in/d2KVXPz2   AIR Institute | SAE Innova | Agreenment | Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore | Università degli Studi della Basilicata | Fundación Aland | IFOAM - Organics International | ICARDA; International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas | Heliopolis University