A Comprehensive Knowledge Inventory for Agroforestry
Objective: Despite the known benefits of agroforestry in enhancing ecosystem services and farm productivity, we aim to create ‘go to’ site for farmers looking for current information and practical tools for designing and managing AF systems effectively.
Result: The ReForest project has developed a comprehensive Knowledge Inventory (KI) that equips European farmers with the latest resources to design and manage effective agroforestry systems. This KI includes a curated collection of practical tools, case studies, and research outputs, enabling farmers to easily access and apply the best available knowledge to enhance their farming practices.
Benefits and Practical Recommendations:
- Agroforestry practices: this land use improves farm productivity, and enhances ecosystem services like carbon capture and biodiversity.
- Actionable Tools: Each resource has an associated page which, along with technical information, and a brief description of what the resource contains, helping a user assess the relevance of the resource for their needs.
- Innovation and Efficiency: With the KI, farmers can innovate by integrating tree management into their crop and livestock operations, potentially reducing costs through improved resource use and enhancing overall farm resilience.
How to Use the Results: Farmers can access the KI through REFOREST’s online platform, which serves as a hub for networking, sharing best practices, and accessing practical tools. This platform supports ongoing learning and adaptation, allowing farmers to continuously update their knowledge. ReForest’s KI is a valuable resource that simplifies the adoption of agroforestry for farmers, making it easier to integrate trees into their farming systems. For more details and to access the KI, visit www.agroreforest.eu.
Agroforestry at the forefront of farming sustainability in multifunctional landscapes in Europe
Ongoing | 2022-2026
- Main funding source
- Horizon Europe (EU Research and Innovation Programme)
- Geographical location
- Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechia, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, United Kingdom