The EU’s Multi-Actor Approach: Putting Farmers Back at the Centre of Agricultural Innovation
The EU’s Multi-Actor Approach is reshaping agricultural innovation by putting farmers at the centre of project design, testing and uptake. Instead of treating farmers as end users, this model builds solutions with them from the start, increasing relevance, trust and real-world adoption.
Farming for a Sustainable Future: Low-Input vs. Organic Farming
In the face of climate change, soil degradation, and growing food security concerns, sustainable farming practices have become more crucial than ever. Consumers growing awareness demands for cleaner and healthier food, while farmers are looking for ways to reduce input costs without sacrificing yields. On the other hand, the European Union is encouraging sustainable agriculture through the introduction of new regulations and subsidies. Both low-input farming and organic farming are often proposed strategies to approach these challenges. However, while they share some similarities, they are not the same – and slight differences about specifications, regulations and requirements often lead [...]