VALERECO

🚨 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐮𝐦!  Let's uncover another valuable contributor to the VALERECO's mission. 💪 🏫 Meet the Universidade de Coimbra (UC)! The founding of the University of Coimbra in 1290 is a wonderful part of our history, isn't it? As one of the oldest universities in Europe, it has made a remarkable contribution to the academic and cultural development of Portugal and Europe. 🎓 UC participates in VALERECO through the Centre for Functional Ecology - Science for People & the Planet (CFE). This R&D unit integrates ecological knowledge from genes to the biome level, focusing on biodiversity, ecosystem function, and sustainability. 🔬 🌾 CFE's commitment to knowledge transfer and sustainable community practices, along with UC's extensive research expertise, positions them perfectly to lead and contribute significantly to VALERECO. Discover more about 👉 https://www.uc.pt/en. Stay tuned as we introduce more of our partners!

🚨 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐮𝐦! We're moving on to our "Meet the Partners" series by spotlighting the key contributors to the VALERECO project. 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐡𝐲! 🧐 Delphy specializes in research, data-driven crop management, consultancy, and training. Their mission is to enhance crop performance and drive innovation in agriculture and horticulture through practical study and global projects. 🚜📊 With a focus on optimizing crop yields and expanding knowledge, Delphy plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable agricultural practices.🌾 Discover more about Delphy: www.delphy.nl #VALERECO #SustainableCrops #LegumeRevolution #LegumeLabs #LegumeValorization #Agriculture #Research #Meetthepartners

🧐𝐋𝐞𝐭'𝐬 𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭. 🎯 Starting with goal #1: increase knowledge of the benefits of legume crops. These often-overlooked superstars have a ton of advantages, such as: 1. Carbon sequestration: 🌍 Reducing atmospheric CO2 helps mitigate climate change and enhances soil organic matter. 2. Nitrogen fixation: 🌿 Boosting nitrogen supply promotes plant growth while reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers. 3. Biodiversity preservation: 🐞 Enhancing plant and microbe diversity preserves native species and provides habitats for beneficial insects. 4. Soil health improvement: 🌾 Enhancing soil structure and composition reduces erosion and increases water-holding capacity. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞! We're building a strong knowledge base around these benefits to empower farmers and agrifood stakeholders to incorporate legumes into their production practices and consumption habits. Let's spread the word and embrace the power of legumes! 🌱 #VALERECO #SustainableCrops #LegumeRevolution #LegumeLabs #LegumeValorization #Agriculture #projectgoals

🚨𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐮𝐦! Moving on with our "Meet the Partners" series, where we highlight the valuable contributors to the VALERECO project.🚜 🌾 Let's meet our partner, Burgundy School of Business - BSB. Founded in 1899, BSB is an internationally leading teaching and research institution in the top 1% of business schools worldwide. 🌻BSB is home to the Wine & Spirits Business Lab, a unique research facility leveraging experimental economics methodology. Part of the School of Wine & Spirits Business (SWSB), BSB's researchers conduct cutting-edge behavioural studies and participate in numerous national and EU-funded research projects. 🍀 Being a key partner in the project, BSB's significant expertise in behavioural research and economics drives VALERECO's mission forward by leading the research on behavioural changes in the value chain toward legumes, 🔍Additionally, BSB is involved in numerous other tasks within the VALERECO project, including synergy with other projects, stakeholder engagement, training, capacity building, and more. For more information on VALERECO's Partner👉 www.bsb-education.com. #VALERECO #SustainableCrops #LegumeRevolution #LegumeLabs #LegumeValorization #Agriculture #Research #Meetthepartners #BurgundySchoolofBusiness

🌱 Introducing the VALERECO Project! We are excited to unveil the Project through our first press release! 📩 VALERECO promotes the adoption of legume crops and demonstrates their value in transitioning to sustainable, productive, climate-neutral, and resilient farming systems. Find out how VALERECO is transforming agriculture and planting seeds for a change! 🌾 Read more 👉https://bit.ly/3LjNgkP. #valereco #LegumeRevolution #LegumeLabs #LegumesValorization #sustainablecrops #pressrelease #HorizonEU

🚨𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐮𝐦! We are excited to present the first segment of our "Meet the Partners" series, where we spotlight the key contributors to the VALERECO project. 🚜 🌾Meet our project coordinator: Agricultural University of Athens AUA OFC. Founded in 1920, AUA is the third oldest university in Greece. Over the past century, it has positioned itself as a leading institution for higher education and research in Agricultural Science. 🌻AUA has made significant contributions across a wide range of issues in the agri-nutrition sector, with a particular focus on food safety and environmental protection. 🍀 Playing a crucial role in the VALERECO project, AUA is dedicated to integrating advanced research and practical applications to drive progress in agricultural practices and environmental sustainability. For more information on VALERECO's Coordinator 👉 https://www2.aua.gr/en #VALERECO #SustainableCrops #LegumeRevolution #LegumeLabs  #LegumeValorization #Agriculture #Research #Meetthepartners

🌱🌍 Wrapping up a successful launch! Concluding the VALERECO Kick-Off Meeting, which took place on 17th and 18th June 2024 in Athens, Greece, and hosted by Agricultural University of Athens AUA OFC. It was a great start to our mission to identify and valorize legumes for creating productive, climate-neutral, and resilient farming systems. 🎯 🔰VALERECO aims to promote the environmental and economic value of legume ecosystem services. Stay tuned for more updates as we start our journey. 🌾 Thanks to our partners under Horizon Europe, we're set to boost this green journey! 🔗 www.valereco.eu #valereco #sustainablecrops #legumerevolution #LegumeLabs #consortium #kickoffmeeting

📣 A new chapter in sustainable agriculture has just begun! 🔰 🌱🌍 VALERECO successfully launched its Kick-Off meeting in Athens, Greece. Funded by Horizon Europe, the project brings together 15 partners from 11 countries to maximize legumes' benefits in promoting sustainable agroecosystems. VALERECO's innovative goal is to promote the crucial—yet often overlooked—benefits of legumes in farming, including improving soil health, enhancing biodiversity, and reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers. Join us as we embark on this journey to Identify, Valorize, and Disseminate legume Ecosystem Services. 🌾💚 🔗 www.valereco.eu Agricultural University of Athens AUA OFC | Burgundy School of Business - BSB | Delphy | Universidade de Coimbra | Foodscale Hub | INSTITUT ZA RATARSTVO I POVRTARSTVO INSTITUT OD NACIONALNOG ZNACAJA ZA REPUBLIKU SRBIJU | Leibniz Universität Hannover | Wageningen University & Research | INTIA | AgriFood Lithuania | Università degli Studi di Firenze | Università di Pisa | AgFutura Technologies | Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna | Helvetas #valereco #sustainablecrops #legumerevolution #LegumeLabs #consortium #kickoffmeeting

🌍🌱 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲! On this important day, VALERECO celebrates and raises awareness for environmental protection. The Project is advancing sustainable agriculture through the power of legume crops, which offer significant ecosystem services. Legumes enhance soil fertility by fixing nitrogen, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, supporting biodiversity, and improving soil water retention. 🌾👨🌾 VALERECO aims to identify and valorize these benefits, underscoring the vital role of legumes in protecting our environment and promoting climate resilience. Join in fostering eco-friendly farming practices that safeguard our planet for future generations and inspire a brighter, greener future. 🔗 Learn more: www.valereco.eu. #VALERECO #sustainablecrops #legumerevolution #LegumeLabs #worldenviromnentday

⏰ It’s about the right time! 🚀 The #HorizonEurope project, VALERECO, is about to start! The VALERECO team consisting of 15 partners from 11 European countries, led by AUA, will soon meet in Athens, Greece, to introduce the 4-year plan. VALERECO is more than just a project; it's a commitment to advancing sustainable, productive, and climate-neutral farming systems. 🌿 The partners are prepared to promote the adoption of different legume crops, seeking to encourage diversification of farming practices throughout the EU and Associated Countries. Visit 👉 www.valereco.eu to learn more. 🔔 Stay updated on VALERECO's progress by following on social media. Agricultural University of Athens Burgundy School of Business - BSB Delphy Universidade de Coimbra Foodscale Hub Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops Leibniz Universität Hannover Wageningen University & Research INTIA AgriFood Lithuania Università degli Studi di Firenze Università di Pisa AgFutura Technologies Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna Helvetas #valereco #sustainablecrops #legumerevolution #LegumeLabs #LegumeLegacy