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Food choices are influenced by a combination of factors, such as socioeconomic status, age, and gender. Adding to the complexity, traditional and social media, along with marketing, significantly influence dietary habits. However, how these sources of …

Many of today's challenges, such as climate change, are so complex that they require a multi-stakeholder approach. However, it is not always easy to ensure that this approach is efficient, innovative, and successful. With this in mind, the EU-funded …

With the global transition toward sustainability in the context of climate change, the demand for renewable alternatives to oil has reached an all-time high. Wood, a cornerstone of diverse industries, from construction to energy, faces growing demand due …

Consumers are looking for safe, nutritious, long-lasting, and environmentally friendly foods. However, traditional processing methods can reduce nutritional quality or use additives that some consumers prefer to avoid. New technologies are needed to …

The recovery of large carnivores and herbivores has created new challenges for pastoralism, such as wildlife damage, increased costs, and social conflicts. Disagreements among stakeholders hamper efforts to resolve these problems. The EU-funded CoCo …

Currently, an estimated 60% of EU soils are severely degraded due to unsustainable land-use practices and pollution. The EU-funded SOILCRATES project will establish four living laboratories in France, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Spain to monitor soil …

Identifying new, sustainable approaches to reducing intensive tillage and pesticide use, as well as increasing ecosystem services and biodiversity, is crucial. Supported by the Maria Skłodowska Curie Actions program, the NEUTRAWEED project will establish …

With the global transition toward sustainability in the context of climate change, the demand for renewable alternatives to oil has reached an all-time high. Wood, a cornerstone of diverse industries, from construction to energy, faces growing demand due …

The European Green Deal calls for effective governance among agricultural knowledge and innovation system (AKI) actors, particularly advisors. These advisors must be integrated into Member States' AKIs, stay up-to-date on science and technology, and …

The EU is committed to halting biodiversity loss caused by climate change and land-use pressures. Addressing this issue requires preserving biodiversity and improving ecosystem resilience. The SafeNet project advances these efforts through innovative …

The agri-food sector is central to the European Green Deal and the Farm to Fork strategy. However, deep technological innovation in this sector requires responsible regulatory frameworks. Living Labs are designed to address barriers to innovation and …

Nature-based solutions (NBS) involve the sustainable management of ecosystems for the benefit of both human societies and biodiversity. The EU-funded Med-IREN project will leverage NBS to protect critical infrastructure in the Mediterranean region from …

Food systems contribute up to 37% of global greenhouse gas emissions and could increase to 50–90%. Conflicts, climate crises, and inequality weaken supply chains, causing food insecurity even in prosperous regions. In Europe, 38 million people lack access …

Rural residents, including vulnerable groups, often face limited social inclusion, which impacts their well-being. The EU-funded INSPIRE project aims to support the sustainable development of European rural areas by improving the social well-being and …

Rising global temperatures are making tomato cultivation difficult, as heat negatively affects their growth and quality. High temperatures reduce fruit production, so finding ways to breed heat-resistant tomato varieties is crucial. The key may lie in …