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Online fodder tree database for Europe
No full textBoki Luske and colleagues at the Louis Bolk Institute, working with researchers across the AGFORWARD project, have updated the “Online fodder tree database for Europe”. New records on the digestability, protein and tannin levels, and the macro- and micro-element concentrations in tree leaves have been added to the database. The database also includes direct links to cited literature sources. In total the database now contains more than 700 records from 100 tree species that are relevant for European conditions. The database allows selection of individual species, groups of species, and specific nutritional aspects of tree leaves
Economic Decline and Ecological Impact: What Future for European Fur Farming?
Get PDFThe economic, ecological and animal welfare impacts of fur farming in the European Union have been debated for decades, culminating in proposals for an EU-wide ban on keeping animals solely for fur production. The Covid-19 pandemic further intensified these discussions, particularly within individual Member States.
This study analyses the economic trends, environmental consequences and disease risks associated with fur farming, providing insights to inform political and societal debate. Our findings indicate that, even before the pandemic, fur exports and consumer demand were in steady decline. This trend has been driven by shifting consumer preferences, major fashion brands phasing out fur, and growing concerns over animal welfare and sustainability. Additionally, the industry has been linked to biodiversity threats, zoonotic disease transmission, and negative environmental impacts, including a high carbon footprint.
While concerns remain over the relocation of fur farming to regions with weaker regulations, the industry requires a strategic transition. Supporting fur farmers in shifting to alternative activities, for example, through training, targeted subsidies, compensation and other policy incentives, can help repurpose land and employment towards viable and sustainable alternatives
Scientific Conference on Breeding to meet environmental and societal challenges
Get PDFThis publication contains the Book of Abstracts from the EUCARPIA 2025 Organic and Low-Input Agriculture Conference, held from 26 to 28 May 2025 in Coimbra, Portugal
Voglia di felce aquilina
No full textSui terreni marginali nelle regioni di montagna la felce aquilina può risultare problematica. Con i suini neri delle Alpi è possibile contenerla
Leistbarkeit verschiedener Ernährungsweisen in Österreich und ihre Auswirkungen auf Klima, Gesundheit und Nachhaltigkeit
Get PDFHaushalts-Kosten und Treibhausgas-Emissionen des gegenwärtigen Ernährungsstils in Österreich im Vergleich zu nachhaltigeren und gesünderen Warenkörben sowie Entwicklung eines NGKL-Index (Nachhaltig, Gesund, Klimafreundlich, Leistbar-Index) für die Leistbarkeit von gesunden sowie nachhaltigen Lebensmitteln
Gemüsebau Info 14/2025
Get PDFDie Beobachtungen aus dem Warndienst werden zur Optimierung Ihrer Pflanzenschutz-Massnahmen immer wichtiger.
Aus diesem Grund unterhält Agroscope zusammen mit den kantonalen Fachstellen für Gemüse, dem FiBL und weiteren Beratern ein Überwachungsnetz, mit dem regelmässig alle wichtigen Schadorganismen erfasst werden. Mit den Pflanzenschutzmitteilungen in der Gemüsebauinfo erhalten Sie während der Saison wöchentlich topaktuelle Informationen zur Befallssituation und zum Schutz der Kulturen im integrierten und biologischen Anbau der Schweiz.
Nebst dem Warndienst enthält die Gemüsebauinfo Artikel zu aktuellen Themen sowie Hinweise zu Veranstaltungen, neuen Publikationen und Merkblättern. Die Gemüsebauinfo ist in 3 Sprachen erhältlich per E-Mail oder via Internet
Gemüsebau Info 15/2025
Get PDFDie Beobachtungen aus dem Warndienst werden zur Optimierung Ihrer Pflanzenschutz-Massnahmen immer wichtiger.
Aus diesem Grund unterhält Agroscope zusammen mit den kantonalen Fachstellen für Gemüse, dem FiBL und weiteren Beratern ein Überwachungsnetz, mit dem regelmässig alle wichtigen Schadorganismen erfasst werden. Mit den Pflanzenschutzmitteilungen in der Gemüsebauinfo erhalten Sie während der Saison wöchentlich topaktuelle Informationen zur Befallssituation und zum Schutz der Kulturen im integrierten und biologischen Anbau der Schweiz.
Nebst dem Warndienst enthält die Gemüsebauinfo Artikel zu aktuellen Themen sowie Hinweise zu Veranstaltungen, neuen Publikationen und Merkblättern. Die Gemüsebauinfo ist in 3 Sprachen erhältlich per E-Mail oder via Internet
Hvilke værdier har træer i grisefolde
Get PDFTræernes værdi i grisefolde med fokus på udnyttelse af det beslaglagte areal, blandt andet i form af produktion af ensilage fra træernes løv
In vitro evaluation of anti-parasitic effects of selected plant extracts against third stage of Ascaris suum larvae
No full textPlant material from organic farms in Norway, Denmark, Slovenia and Italy was collected and dried. Extracts were made and tested in vitro for antiparasitic effect against larvae of the pig parasites Ascaris suum
From seed to storage: disease management in organic beetroot production to reduce food wast
Get PDFThe market for organic agriculture is rapidly growing. In Switzerland, the production of organic Beetroot is particularly renowned. However, their storage until spring has become increasingly difficult in recent years, and losses due to post-harvest rots can lead to over 50 % by March. Consequently, most organic beetroots sold in spring need to be imported if the previous season was poor. The causes of the various storage rots in beetroot are currently unclear, and therefore there are few measures to prevent them in organic production. Pathogen infections causing storage rots in beetroot, but also in other long-stored vegetables, can occur via the seed, in the field, or post-harvest. Understanding the process of infection is, therefore, critical to find preventive solutions. Here, we present the results of a three-year project aiming at reducing post-harvest losses in organic beetroot production. In a combination of on-farm field experiments and laboratory analyses, we aimed to elucidate the causes of storage rots in organic beetroot and develop measures to improve storability. Analysis of stored beetroot in 2021, 2022 and 2023 revealed Phoma betae, Fusarium sp. and Plectosphaerella sp. as predominant pathogens in Switzerland. Plectosphaerella sp. was never identified before on beetroot. Mortierella, Mucor and Alternaria were found to be additional causative agents of storage rots. Seeds analysis highlighted the same pathogen identified on the rotting tuber (Alternaria sp., Phoma betae and Fusarium sp.), suggesting that the possible cause may come directly from the seeds. Different measures, such as steam sterilization of the seed, the use of biocontrol products in the field and before storage, or processing and cooling methods after harvest, as well as cultivar differences were investigated. Various measures were found to affect seed health, seedling emergence, leaf health, and the quality of beetroot after storage