FiBL Collaboration

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"FiBL Collaboration" is a multilingual podcast channel produced by the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL. In the podcast, we talk with experts from around the globe about the latest scientific findings from national and international research projects. We are happy to receive feedback or topic proposals via podcast@fibl.org. Homepage: https://www.fibl.org/en/infothek/podcast-en; Imprint: https://www.fibl.org/en/contact-site-information, © 2021 FiBL

  1. Leguminosennetzwerk: Erfolgreich vermarkten in Erzeugergemeinschaften

    12/02/2025

    Leguminosennetzwerk: Erfolgreich vermarkten in Erzeugergemeinschaften

    Willkommen beim LeguNet-Podcast, dem Podcast über Soja, Erbse, Ackerbohne, Lupine & Co. Das Leguminosennetzwerk kümmert sich darum, dass wieder mehr Hülsenfrüchte (Körnerleguminosen) in Deutschland angebaut und auf dem Teller und im Trog landen. Denn die eiweißreichen Hülsenfrüchte sind für Tiere, Menschen und sogar für den Boden überaus gesund.  In der neuen Podcast-Folge geht es um die Chancen und die professionelle Vermarktung von Körnerleguminosen in Erzeugergemeinschaften. Ackerbohnen, Lupinen und Erbsen liefern regionales Eiweiß, stärken die Fruchtfolge und verbessern die Klimabilanz – doch der Absatz braucht gute Planung. Da Strukturen und Preise sich noch entwickeln, empfiehlt es sich, frühzeitig Abnehmende einzubinden. Besonders Erzeugergemeinschaften bieten Vorteile: Sie bündeln Mengen, erleichtern Preisverhandlungen, sichern Qualität und entlasten Betriebe organisatorisch. Genossenschaften bieten zudem rechtliche Sicherheit und Zugang zu Förderungen. So können Landwirtinnen und Landwirte das Potenzial der Leguminosen erfolgreich nutzen. Folge 7/deutsch/9 Min. und 24 Sek.  Gäste/FiBL-Forschungsteam: Stefan Beuermann, Union zur Förderung von Öl- und Proteinpflanzen (UFOP) Moderation Gespräch/Gelesen von: Kerstin Spory, FiBL Projekte GmbH Anmoderation: Hella Hansen Weiterführende Informationen: Vermarktungsplattformen Körnerleguminosen und Flyer zur Gründung einer Erzeugergemeinschaft:  https://www.legunet.de/markt/vermarktung (Bild): Hella Hansen

    9 min
  2. Organic Animal Husbandry: A Role Model for Sustainable Livestock?

    08/04/2025

    Organic Animal Husbandry: A Role Model for Sustainable Livestock?

    In this special episode of FiBL Collaboration, we highlight the upcoming IFOAM Animal Husbandry Alliance (IAHA) Conference at FiBL Switzerland (28 – 30 April 2026). Accompanied by Dr. Florian Leiber and Rennie Eppenstein from FiBL's Department of Livestock Sciences, host Lauren Dietemann delves into how organic animal husbandry could provide solutions to the most pressing issues in today's food systems — and why it is crucial for the global community to unite and discuss its role right now. The episode sets the stage for the 2026 conference, which aims to: -          create a global platform for discussing (organic) livestock systems -          bring together farmers, researchers, policymakers, and civil society actors -          explore whether organic animal husbandry can serve as a model for sustainable livestock -          address regional diversity, knowledge gaps, and practical solutions -          strengthen shared narratives around ecology, fairness, and animal welfare. The conference invites participation from around the globe and welcomes diverse contributions in the form of essays to be presented orally and poster abstracts. This is not just a conference for researchers; the voices of farmers, practitioners, and grassroots organisations are also essential in shaping the agenda. During their discussion, Florian and Rennie reflect on the complex challenge of balancing animal welfare, climate resilience and food production. They emphasise the need for context-specific, place-based solutions rather than one-size-fits-all approaches, and call for an honest reckoning with the uncomfortable yet essential question: How many animals should we keep, and under what conditions? Interested in joining or contributing to the conference? Be part of shaping the future of sustainable livestock. Visit www.iaha2026.org to find out more and to access the call for contributions.

    39 min
  3. Policy debate: Is Commissioner Hansen's vision the end of the Green Deal?

    07/16/2025

    Policy debate: Is Commissioner Hansen's vision the end of the Green Deal?

    Following the publication of the conservative EU Commissioner Christophe Hansen's Vision for Agriculture and Food for 2040 in February, some declared the Green Deal and Farm-to-Fork Strategy 'history'. The lack of information about specific targets led many to question what Commissioner Hansen's vision of an "attractive, competitive, resilient, future-oriented and fair agri-food system for current and future generations of farmers and agri-food operators" would be. This was particularly the case for sustainable agriculture in general and organic farming specifically.  Key topics discussed How could the vision affect the agricultural sector and the future of organic farming? Aspects of competitiveness and fair prices in agricultureHow could administrative simplification work in practice for farmers? Key gaps in the vision relating to sustainable food consumption Intergenerational renewal, innovation and market-based approaches in the context of their future role in sustainable agricultural production in the EUGuests Hansjürg Jäger, lecturer in agrarian policies and markets at Bern University of Applied Sciences (HAFL), hansjuerg.jaeger@bfh.ch Jürn Sanders, chairman of the FiBL management, boardpresident FiBL Europe, juern.sanders@fibl.orgModerated by: Sabine Reinecke, policy analyst at FiBL, sabine.reinecke@fibl.org Introduction spoken by: Lauren Dietemann Produced by: Adrian Krebs and Benny Christ Further information European Commissions Media Release for the presentation of the Vision for Agriculture and Food

    1h 4m
  4. Exploring Root Ideotypes and Plasticity: Strategies for Resilient Agriculture

    05/07/2025

    Exploring Root Ideotypes and Plasticity: Strategies for Resilient Agriculture

    In this Root2Resilience podcast episode, we dive deep into the concepts of root ideotypes and plasticity in plant breeding. We look at why these terms can be contentious, or sometimes seen as a contradiction, and why we need to better understand root systems. This episode also unpacks the challenges of breeding for resilience in the face of climate change and explores how combining ideotypes and plasticity can create sustainable solutions for the future of agriculture. Key Topics Discussed What is an ideotype, and how does it work in specific environments?The concept of plasticity in plants and its importance for adapting to unpredictable climates.How breeding for ideotypes and plasticity can complement each other.The work of Root2Resilience in advancing these concepts.Guests Doris Vetterlein: Helmholtz Center for Environmental Research, Germany - doris.vetterlein@ufz.de Pete Berry: ADAS, UK -  pete.berry@adas.co.uk Moderated by: Laura Kemper (FiBL) – laura.kemper@fibl.org Produced by: Nina Gallmann and Laura Kemper  Further information Learn more about Root2Resilience and stay up to date: www.root2res.eu  Project on Cordis: https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101060124Deliverable 1.1 : Priority list of root/rhizosphere ideotype traits: https://zenodo.org/records/14923835  Deliverable 5.1: Development of a statistical evaluation scheme for assessing plasticity data and development of experimental systems for studying root plasticity: https://zenodo.org/records/14924568 How to calculate root phenotypic plasticity as a trait for crop breeding programs: https://zenodo.org/records/8392071 How to study root plasticity in response to water availability under controlled conditions: https://zenodo.org/records/8392410 Roots in policy: How to encourage breeding for root-related traits and more resilient crops : https://zenodo.org/records/11189796 Funding Root2Resilience is supported by the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under Grant Agreement no 101060124 and by the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI) under contract number 23.00050. Get involved If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your network and subscribe to hear more from the Root2Resilience project. Together, we can help build a more resilient future for agriculture!

    19 min

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"FiBL Collaboration" is a multilingual podcast channel produced by the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL. In the podcast, we talk with experts from around the globe about the latest scientific findings from national and international research projects. We are happy to receive feedback or topic proposals via podcast@fibl.org. Homepage: https://www.fibl.org/en/infothek/podcast-en; Imprint: https://www.fibl.org/en/contact-site-information, © 2021 FiBL