Create your own Living Lab to meet complex challenges in the agricultural sector

Living Labs (LL) are a promising tool for the agricultural sector. They were used in the context of the ROADMAP (Rethinking the use of antimicrobials in livestock production systems) project to reduce the risk of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through reduced antimicrobial use (AMU). This is a complex issue, and it requires many stakeholders to be […]

Consortium of EU-FarmBook meets In Tallinn: Platform will soon be ready for uploads

EU-FarmBook will soon be ready for uploads, resolved the project consortium during their June meeting in Tallinn. All efforts will be concentrated on informing potential contributors. The Centre of Estonian Rural Research and Knowledge (METK), who hosted the meeting, was the first Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation System (AKIS) in Europe to announce their commitment. Minister […]

EUFRAS partners in a Horizon Europe ClimateSmartAdvisors project

ClimateSmartAdvisors

Horizon Europe’s ClimateSmartAdvisors Project Takes Off, Supporting Europe’s Bold Climate Goals   Europe is on a mission to lead the world in tackling climate change, aiming to become the first climate-neutral continent by 2050. At the heart of this ambitious endeavor is the European Green Deal, which sets a clear goal: a minimum 55% reduction […]

EU Organic awards 2023

As part of the EU’s Action Plan for the Development of Organic Production, the Commission has launched the 2023 edition of the EU organic awards. This scheme acknowledges people developing excellent, innovative, sustainable and inspiring solutions. Categories include best organic farmer (male/female) and best organic food processing SME. Apply by 14 May 2023. Find out more!

EUFRAS-YPARD Young Advisors Mentoring & Training Program 22/23

Extension and advisory services are crucial in keeping current farmers and future farmers interested in producing food and contributing to food security. However, extension and advisory agents face similar challenges to young farmers in entering and staying in the sector, including access to opportunities, credibility, and support. To tackle the problem and its root causes, […]