🐔Initial findings on copper residues in bio-dynamic eggs from Apple Hens, kept in organic fruit orchards, indicate that consuming these eggs poses no risk to consumers. Apple Hens are spent laying hens used for egg production in such orchards. 👉projects.au.dk/mixed/news/nyh…

📑👨‍🌾14 new Practice Abstracts are now available! 👉Containing practical results from the networks, and providing technical information in a digested way, targeted to practitioners, we already have 28 Practice Abstracts available on our website: projects.au.dk/mixed/mixed-fa…

Re-wetting moors can affect farmland, but in this reserve, grazing supports agriculture by maintaining wetlands. Recognizing the area as agricultural land lets farmers receive subsidies, making grazing profitable. 💰🚜

🌾 In the Swabian Donaumoos, we're cultivating reed canary grass for wetland farming as part of the #H2020MIXED project! 🌿 This helps rewet moors and supports climate protection. We're exploring uses like construction boards and edible bowls. 🌍🏡🔨

🌳🐓 In July 2024, BOKU organised the 4th #H2020MIXED workshop for Austrian Apple Hen farmers, discussing progress and challenges with insights from vet Beate Schuller. Farmers successfully integrated fruit growing and livestock, showcasing their commitment to #MixedFarming.

🌟 In the last meeting of project, the main objective is to discuss the conclusions and lessons learned from our work packages, focusing on transitioning to MiFAS and disseminating insights to policymakers and other stakeholders. 🚜🌱 Find out more: mixed-project.eu

🌳👀The Swiss network demonstrated the new harvesting mechanization being tested as part of the #H2020MIXED project. The aim is to increase efficiency and flexibility in the harvest of fruit from high-stem fruit trees. 🎥 youtu.be/-T-ZBjFHiVs

🌱Guillaume Martin, from INRAE, gave a keynote presentation at the European Society for Agronomy conference. His talk addressed the role #agricultural sciences can have in reconciling short-term economic goals and long-term #environmental challenges. 👉events.institut-agro.fr/event/1/

🌿 Day 1 of the #H2020MIXED meeting in Basel kicked off with WP updates, presentations, and discussions on WP4 & WP5 results. We explored how to share insights with farmers and policymakers. The day ended with a WP1 Reflection Workshop. Stay tuned! 🚜💡

🌿 Yesterday, as part of the #H2020MIXED meeting, we visited a farm in Haldihof! 🚜 We explored their #mixedfarming system with calf breeding, fruit production (plums & cherries), and maize cultivation. We also saw how they process fruit into tarts & liqueurs! 🍰🍷

🌾 At the #ESAconference, INRAE's Oasys farm shared a 10-year #agroecology journey: crossbred cows, synchronized calving, and diversified land use. Result? A resilient, productive mixed farming system! 💪

🚜🌿 Check out this insightful video from the #H2020MIXED project showcasing innovative mixed farming systems in Switzerland! 🌾 Watch it here: youtu.be/DEr_H_lB0bI 🎥 #Agroecology #SustainableFarming #MixedFarming #Innovation #Agroforestry

🌾🚜 Learn about peatland management with the German network of the #H2020MIXED project! 🌍🐄 Discover how they integrate livestock, crops, and #agroforestry to boost sustainability and resilience. Watch the video here: youtu.be/2swKTevL3vk 🌱 #Innovation #MixedFarming

🐄🌱 At the #ESAConference, Clementine Meunier (INRAE) shared insights on the agro-environmental impacts of reintegrating livestock into crop farms. Her research shows that with the right changes, this can be a sustainable future option for farming. 🚜💡 #SustainableFarming

🌳🌾 Discover the #Montado system and its role in the Portuguese network of the #H2020MIXED project! This video highlights how the Montado system supports biodiversity, sustainable farming, and #mixedfarming practices in Portugal. 🌱🐂 🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/B6OgMyHzV5w

🐔🍏 Apple Hen goes Radio! 🎙️ Lukas Tremetsberger from Ö1 visited the Austrian #H2020MIXED farm of Hansi & Irene Trummer to produce a radio report on our Apple Hens. Listen to the podcast (in German) here: 📻 oe1.orf.at/programm/20240… #AppleHens #Agroecology

🌾🚜🐑 Exciting advancements in #H2020MIXED farm network modelling in Ariège, France! We've fully implemented and explored our crop-livestock model, MIXFARM. Now, we're testing scenarios to enhance #sustainable #agriculture. Learn more: projects.au.dk/mixed/networks…

🌍 Exciting news from #H2020MIXED in Romania!The "Povești de Argeș" platform promotes local farmers, products, and traditions, improving market access and supporting local food chains. 🌱🥕🍇 Learn more: projects.au.dk/mixed/news/nyh… #LocalProducts #SustainableFarming #Agroecology

🌱 Join the next EUFRAS COFFEE Break with the #H2020MIXED Project! ☕ 🗓️ Nov 14 at 10:00 CET on Zoom, we'll discuss efficient & resilient mixed farming and #agroforestry with experts Pip Nicolas-Davies, Christine Watson, and Simon Moakes. 🔗 Register: forms.office.com/Pages/Response…

🌾🐑Farmers & experts gathered at GAEC du Châteauvieux to explore the benefits of integrating sheep into crop farms—better soil health, lower feed costs! 👩‍🌾 Sheep grazing on cover crops boosts soil & saves money. More about the #FrenchNetwork #H2020MIXED: projects.au.dk/mixed/networks…