Agroecology Europe Association

🌻 This time last year we were busy preparing for #AEEUForum2023. As a little nostalgia, let's take a look back to our wonderful inspiring opening keynotes! 🎥 Watch the recordings on our YouTube channel https://lnkd.in/dvGAJcRB 💠 Welcome address and opening by Lili Balogh, President, Agroecology Europe and Hungarian Agroecology Network 💠 The role of woman herders in livestock farming in the past and the present by Ibolya Sáfián, Hungarian Female Shepherds Association 💠 #Agroecology of Eastern European #peasantry: doomed for extinction or needed for a just #foodsystem? by Miklos Attila Szocs Boruss 💠 Agroecology in the world by Pablo Tittonell 💠 #Ecologicaleconomics: the only framework for agroecology? by Köves Alexandra We can't wait to relive it all again at the #AEEUForum25 in Malmo, Sweden on 2-4 October 2025! Stay tuned for the next Forum: https://lnkd.in/dJxfCrvV Thank you to Dániel Bori for the videos!

#OEYE2024 - it's a wrap! Highlights? 1) In his speech "The role of organic in fair & healthy food systems" Ronald van Marlen NaNa Bio BV showcased the need for sustainable, resilient, & organic food systems, from an environmental and social standpoint, and highlighted the importance of being part of a bigger organic movement & involving youth. 2) During parallel sessions, participants.. ...Learned how social media can amplify voices of young organic farmers, expanding perception of organic & showcasing possibilities of rural living – thanks to Marina Grölz Naturland e.V. and Boglárka Bozsogi Agroecology Europe Association ...Were shown examples of Open Innovation approaches - thanks Giusy Miuli and Ivana Cavoski CIHEAM Bari ...Took part in a leadership workshop by Lennart Bertels (Junges Bioland e.V.) and Cristina Laurenti (Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL) in which existing Organic/Agroecological Youth Networks were given the floor to understand key lessons learnt and understand avenues forward for a cross-sectoral EU organic youth network ...Learned about Italian Local Food Policies Network and were involved in an interactive exercise to imagine the future local food systems with Giampiero Mazzocchi (CREA) and Francesca Volpe (CIHEAM Bari) ...Gained a comprehensive understanding of Living Labs as dynamic environments fostering innovation their role in rural & urban settings – thanks to Dolinda Cavallo ENoLL (European Network of Living Labs) ...Learned about complexities of public food procurement through a dynamic & interactive role-play game – thanks to Sabina Nicolella Fondazione Ecosistemi & Jean-Marc Louvin ICLEI Europe ...Discussed decent working conditions and systemic changes to achieve them & protect farm workers' dignity, w/Ernesto Gibba (La Bolina farm) & Angelo Cleopazzo (Diritti a Sud). 3) Panel session "Growing green: Insights from organic entrepreneurs", feat Giovanni Battista Girolomoni Gino Girolomoni Cooperativa Agricola, Johan Frostrup Debio, Josefine van Marlen (NaNa Bio BV) & Stephanie Painter Painterland Sisters LLC, shared their experiences on growing an organic business. 5) Finally, Dr. Vandana Shiva keynote speech "From Earth Democracy over Rights to Nature: the role of the organic movement in ecological activism" highlighted people's power to create a resilient food movement & the need to empower youth to engage in the organic movement. Sessions are over, but the Youth Event continues tomorrow with two excursions to the organic pasta factory Andriani S.p.A. and organic olive oil mill Azienda Agricola Biologica Cuonzo, organised in the framework of #BeingOrganicInEU. Follow us on Instagram @OrganicsEurope for impressions! We deeply thank all speakers, participants, sponsors, organisers, and all those who contributed to making this event possible & successful <3 We wish everybody a lovely time in Bari & surroundings and look forward to welcoming you again in 2 yrs! #OrganicYouth #YouthVoices

1 minute en vidéo avec Stéphane Bellon, fondateur d’Agroecology Europe Association, Ingénieur agronome et chercheur à l’INRAE pour vous partager : > 1 message 🔑 clé à retenir ? > 1 souhait 🐞pour l’avenir de l’agriculture française ? J'ai eu la chance de rencontrer Stéphane Bellon en Camargue pour une formation à la syntropie et un atelier d'éthologie équine; en Hongrie pour le Forum Agroecology Europe et le 17 mai. Heureusement que le monde de la recherche et de l'enseignement permet de rencontrer des personnes, qui ainsi, dédient leur vie à la cause écologique, agroécologique en ce cas particulier. Le renouvellement des générations, c'est un enjeu dans le monde agricole, c'en est un aussi dans le monde de la recherche. Journée de rencontres :🧑🌾🚜  les agricultures de demain 🌳🐑. 17 mai à Courances Pour en savoir plus lire : “Les Mondes de l’Agroécologie”, Thierry Doré et Stéphane Bellon, 2019, Editions Quae https://lnkd.in/e_bU3PxG Toutes les vidéos de la journée sur : sur www.youtube.com/@eufarms

Goed nieuws! OASIS, HET ORIGINELE AGRO-ECOLOGISCHE INDICATORSYSTEEM is nu beschikbaar in het Nederlands! OASIS biedt een eenvoudige en behapbare assessment tool voor agro-ecologische transitie voor boer(inn)en, onderzoekers, studenten, adviseurs en beleidsbepalers. 👩🌾 Agro-ecologie is een transformatieproces. Het beperkt zich niet tot een reeks landbouwpraktijken. Agro-ecologie moet meetbaarder worden en daarom tastbaarder voor boeren die willen overstappen van conventionele praktijken, of voor besluitvormers die afhankelijk zijn van indicatoren en statistische gegevens om de voortgang van projecten en wetgeving te volgen. 📖 Dit is een tweedelig document. De eerste brochure introduceert het systeem van indicatoren en beschrijft de principes ervan. 📝 Deel twee legt de methodologie van het Indicatorysteem in detail uit en begeleidt de beoordelaar bij het toekennen van een waarde aan elk criterium, het uitvoeren van de beoordeling en het interpreteren van de resultaten. Geniet ervan! https://lnkd.in/eXBRnwdV

🌱 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒! 🌱   Are you an agri-food SME committed to transforming food systems and generating positive social, economic, and environmental impacts? We want to hear from you! We are excited to announce the launch of the Agroecological Food Futures Prize. This competition aims to draw attention to the critical need for investment in sustainable and resilient agri-food businesses and to demonstrate the potential of agroecology to transform food systems. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲? The Agroecological Food Futures Prize offers:  💸𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬:  • 1st Prize: USD 20 000  • 2nd Prize: USD 10 000 & customized technical assistance (worth USD 5 000)  • 3rd Prize: USD 10 000  🤓𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠: Benefit from pitching coaching sessions and a business development or marketing consultation.  🕸️𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠: Join a network of agroecological entrepreneurs from East Africa.  🔭𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Pitch your business to a jury panel of experts and potential investors.    𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲? We are looking for enterprises from Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Kenya, whose missions and values promote environmental sustainability, social equity, circularity, local economic development. For more details on requirements check out the application link: https://lnkd.in/e8CP5H3n 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲: Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your innovative agroecological business and secure funding and support to scale your impact. Apply now by filling in the application form below and join us in the movement to transform food systems! 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/e8CP5H3n 🗓️Deadline for applications: 𝟐𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 Let's work together to create a sustainable and equitable future for our food systems! #Agroecology #SustainableFarming #FoodSystems #AgroecologicalEnterprises #AgroecologicalFoodFuturesPrize #EastAfrica #InvestmentOpportunity Hans von Zinkernagel Fabio Leippert Alessandra Ramacci Rootical The Neycha Accelerator & Fund Rex Raimond Agroecology Fund Agroecology Coalition Challenges Rwanda

Information from the press indicates that the European Commission is considering moving the competency over #pesticide files and responsibilities from DG SANTE to another DG. We, the undersigned organisations led by Pesticide Action Network (PAN) Europe, working to protect citizens and #biodiversity from the harmful effects of pesticides, express our concern regarding these reports. In the framework of the EU's #OneHealth approach, removing the competence on #pesticides from DG SANTE would contradict the evolution of science showing that human, animal, plant, and environmental #health are intrinsically linked and interdependent. At a decisive moment for the future of the #EU, where #citizens express their concerns for their future and that of their #children, it is of major importance that the European Commission's actions are in line with #science, with the law, as well as with citizens' demands. Read the letter: https://lnkd.in/eSJkWZhV

💚I am amazed by the success of our Organics Europe Youth Event 2024, which concluded yesterday!   Over 130 young people from across Europe and beyond gathered in Bari to exchange knowledge and ideas on how organic practices can contribute to biodiversity, sustainability and fairness in food systems. Their enthusiasm and commitment to making the world a better place were evident throughout the event, as they actively engaged with speakers and shared their visions for the future of organic agriculture.👨🌾    Our motivation to organise this event stemmed from the belief that empowering young people to engage in the organic movement is crucial. We aim to build a community of passionate young individuals committed to creating a more resilient organic sector and a more sustainable future. After witnessing the participants' motivation and dedication, I am more confident than ever that the next generation will navigate the future of organic agriculture with confidence and clear vision, also thanks to the Organic Youth Network that was co-created during one of the event's workshops – we can't wait to watch it grow!🌱   👉 One key insight from the event was the importance of maintaining diversity and open-mindedness within the organic movement. By embracing different voices, perspectives, and approaches, and aligning with allied movements, we can strengthen our impact.   👉 Another significant theme was the need for the organic sector to reclaim its narrative as a driver of change and to remain at the forefront of a broader social movement. Organic practices were discussed not only as a production model but also as a socio-economic model that contributes to health, environmental protection, and fairness in agriculture.   🙏 I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our host, CIHEAM Bari and to our sponsors for making this event possible, as well as to all speakers, participants and partners for being part of this incredible journey.   We will continue to inspire and empower the next generation of the organic movement, and I look forward to seeing you at our next edition of the Organics Europe Youth Event in 2 years!   #OEYE2024 #OrganicYouth #YouthVoices Agroecology Europe Association ICLEI Green Organics B.V. NaNa Bio BV Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung Paris, France | Italia Gino Girolomoni Cooperativa Agricola Fileni Navdanya International Bio Eco Actual 

Fantastic few days at the Organics Europe Youth Event in picturesque Bari, Italy! It was great to align the #organic and #agroecological movements around the principles that connect us: growing #food in a just and #sustainable way, promoting care, fairness, diversity, and solidarity. Organic, #biodynamic, #regenerative, and agroecological #farmers all produce quality product in a safe environment, without polluting, to protect #ecosystems for long-term #farm viability. Sessions on access to #land and commoning, #feminism, #intersectionality, and #queerness in agriculture, labour rights, #migration, and #humanrights reminded us to invite #diversity into farming and #foodsystems and break othering. As Dr. Vandana Shiva of Navdanya International said, living systems require diversity. Differences are socially constructed; to pretend we are separate from #nature is #ecological apartheid. While we have come a long way, we still have a lot of work to do. We need to redesign the organic narrative in alignment with #agroecology to #decolonise the food system, according to Ronald van Marlen NaNa Bio BV. For that, we need long-term thinking, trust, #solidarity, and community-building. We need to better put into practice the social and political aspects and principles of our movements to deliver on socioeconomic #transformation. We also need better legal protections and regulations and stronger implementation of #sustainable policies. We can grow enough food while preserving #biodiversity. Because #food is the ultimate currency of life. Thank you so much IFOAM Organics Europe for the spotless organisation, ICLEI for the partnership, and CIHEAM Bari for hosting! #OEYE2024 #organicyouth

Incredible how the time flies when you gather inspiring people together in a fabulous place to talk about the youth navigating the future of organic 🌱✨ On our last day of #OrganicsEuropeYouthEvent2024, our participants had a chance to dive into local organic food production during our excursions funded by Being Organic in EU Italia, Being Organic in EU Deutschland. 🔹 Andriani S.p.A. project pasta factory in Gravina – the first pasta brand to offer innovative types of pasta such as legume, spirulina, teff! During the visit, participants learned the steps of pasta production, had a real-life visit to the spirulina factory, and enjoyed delicious pasta tasting 🤩 🔹Azienda Agricola Cuonzo organic olive oil mill is located in Palombaio. As part of the visit, participants explored an organic olive oil orchard of 30 hectares, heard an inspiring history about the family tradition and passion to spread the culture of olive oil since its foundation in 1970🫒 Big thanks to Andriani S.p.A and Azienda Agricola Cuonzo for such a warm welcome and a great presentation on the inside of the work of Italian pasta and olive oil production that leads sustainable food systems transition!👏🇮🇹 #OEYE2024 #OrganicYouth #OrganicsEuropeYouthEvent #YouthVoices

#OEYE2024 - it's a wrap! Highlights? 1) In his speech "The role of organic in fair & healthy food systems" Ronald van Marlen NaNa Bio BV showcased the need for sustainable, resilient, & organic food systems, from an environmental and social standpoint, and highlighted the importance of being part of a bigger organic movement & involving youth. 2) During parallel sessions, participants.. ...Learned how social media can amplify voices of young organic farmers, expanding perception of organic & showcasing possibilities of rural living – thanks to Marina Grölz Naturland e.V. and Boglárka Bozsogi Agroecology Europe Association ...Were shown examples of Open Innovation approaches - thanks Giusy Miuli and Ivana Cavoski CIHEAM Bari ...Took part in a leadership workshop by Lennart Bertels (Junges Bioland e.V.) and Cristina Laurenti (Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL) in which existing Organic/Agroecological Youth Networks were given the floor to understand key lessons learnt and understand avenues forward for a cross-sectoral EU organic youth network ...Learned about Italian Local Food Policies Network and were involved in an interactive exercise to imagine the future local food systems with Giampiero Mazzocchi (CREA) and Francesca Volpe (CIHEAM Bari) ...Gained a comprehensive understanding of Living Labs as dynamic environments fostering innovation their role in rural & urban settings – thanks to Dolinda Cavallo ENoLL (European Network of Living Labs) ...Learned about complexities of public food procurement through a dynamic & interactive role-play game – thanks to Sabina Nicolella Fondazione Ecosistemi & Jean-Marc Louvin ICLEI Europe ...Discussed decent working conditions and systemic changes to achieve them & protect farm workers' dignity, w/Ernesto Gibba (La Bolina farm) & Angelo Cleopazzo (Diritti a Sud). 3) Panel session "Growing green: Insights from organic entrepreneurs", feat Giovanni Battista Girolomoni Gino Girolomoni Cooperativa Agricola, Johan Frostrup Debio, Josefine van Marlen (NaNa Bio BV) & Stephanie Painter Painterland Sisters LLC, shared their experiences on growing an organic business. 5) Finally, Dr. Vandana Shiva keynote speech "From Earth Democracy over Rights to Nature: the role of the organic movement in ecological activism" highlighted people's power to create a resilient food movement & the need to empower youth to engage in the organic movement. Sessions are over, but the Youth Event continues tomorrow with two excursions to the organic pasta factory Andriani S.p.A. and organic olive oil mill Azienda Agricola Biologica Cuonzo, organised in the framework of #BeingOrganicInEU. Follow us on Instagram @OrganicsEurope for impressions! We deeply thank all speakers, participants, sponsors, organisers, and all those who contributed to making this event possible & successful <3 We wish everybody a lovely time in Bari & surroundings and look forward to welcoming you again in 2 yrs! #OrganicYouth #YouthVoices