Reforest project

FarmTree Advantage: Practical Use of the Platform to Strengthen Value Chains and Livelihoods
2025-10-23 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Agroforestry offers transformative benefits, but unlocking its full potential requires tools that can bridge scientific data with practical decisions.
Join us for this live session exploring how the FarmTree Tool can support agroforestry practitioners in strengthening value chains and rural livelihoods, from farm design to long-term impact.
Based on real-world data from ReForest Living Labs across Europe, the platform enables users to simulate, analyse, and optimise agroforestry systems.
This webinar will focus on real-life applications of the platform and how it can be used by farmers, advisors, and decision-makers to:

Tailor agroforestry designs for local conditions and market opportunities
Design agroforestry systems tailored to your land and goals
Simulate and compare outcomes over 1 to 50 years
Assess performance across yields, labour, gender, finance, soil, water, and carbon
Collaborate with others and build data-driven plans

To ensure your participation, register now and secure your spot by completing the simple registration form. Following your registration, further details pertaining to event access will be shared.
We are looking forward to your participation!

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Kigali Hosts the 6th World Congress on Agroforestry this October under the Theme “Agroforestry for People, Planet and Profit”
2025-10-20 - 2025-10-24
The 6th World Congress on Agroforestry is taking place in Kigali, Rwanda from October 20 to 24, 2025. This global event will bring together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders from around the world to explore how agroforestry contributes to people, the planet, and economic prosperity.
Organised under the theme “Agroforestry for People, Planet & Profit,” the Congress will feature plenary sessions, scientific presentations, interactive parallel sessions, exhibitions, and field visits, creating a vibrant space for dialogue and knowledge exchange across sectors.
The Congress strongly resonates with ReForest mission of promoting agroforestry as a sustainable land management solution that delivers climate resilience, biodiversity enhancement, and economic viability. That applies fully for the some key themes under which the conference programme will be organised and that are of particular interest to us:

Contribution of agroforestry in a changing climate
Agroforestry for biodiversity and eco-systems services
Agroforestry for improved livelihoods
Agroforestry for sustainable food systems
Agroforestry’s contributions to bioeconomy
Agroforestry traditions, knowledge and innovation
Agroforestry’s financial and policy frameworks
Agroforestry for silvopastoral systems
Multistrata agroforestry systems with perennial crops

ReForest will take part in the SDP Europe 2025 Decision Quality Conference
2025-10-20 - 2025-10-23
ReForest will be represented at the SDP Europe 2025 Decision Quality Conference, which will take place on 20-23 October 2025 in UK. The event will bring together international experts, practitioners, and researchers to advance the understanding and practice of decision quality across multiple fields.
At the conference, Prajna Kasargodu Anebagilu (University of Bonn) will present the work of ReForest on Decision Analysis tools for supporting agroforestry adoption in Europe in a poster, co-authored with Simon Swatek, Marcos Jiménez, Andrew Marcil, Cory Whitney, and Eike Luedeling.
She will demonstrate a holistic Decision Analysis framework that addresses the challenges of agroforestry adoption, such as system design, management, investment, and policy support. The approach integrates expert and practitioner knowledge through participatory model development and data estimation, and applies probabilistic simulations using Monte Carlo methods.
The ReForest team will showcase an interactive catalogue of decision-support tool designed for farmers, advisors, and policymakers. The tool applies Decision Analysis principles to specific agroforestry systems and stakeholder priorities, enabling transparent exploration of trade-offs and outcomes. The catalogue includes:

Apple-based agroforestry
Fruit tree–honey system with meadow orchards
Walnut alley cropping with vegetables
Silvopastoral systems

Key features include instant visual feedback on potential outcomes, the calculation of the Expected Value of Perfect Information (EVPI) to guide data collection before costly decisions, and a Funding Schemes module that maps regional support measures.
By integrating system knowledge, simulation, and policy frameworks, this work contributes to bridging the gap between science, practice, and policy, ultimately aiming to improve decision quality and promote agroforestry adoption across Europe.
Link to the abstract: Posters – SDP Europe 2025 Decision Quality Conference

ReForest at IFALL 2025: Living Labs Paving the Way to Resilient Agroecosystems
2025-10-15 - 2025-10-17
The ReForest Project is pleased to announce its participation in the upcoming International Forum on Agroecosystem Living Labs (IFALL) 2025.
This high-level event aims to gather agroforestry stakeholders, researchers, and practitioners from across the globe to discuss land-use transitions and promote sustainable practices that support environmental and socio-economic resilience.
The event will feature discussion panels and parallel sessions of scientific papers to establish state-of-the-art practices, share lessons learned from case studies and address challenges facing the international agroecosystem living lab community. The Forum will also feature networking events and field tours aiming to generate dialogue and create an inspiring space for collaboration and action.
The forum will be structured around various thematic areas including:

fostering transitionstoward sustainable food systems through living labs
empowering participation by strengthening participatory governance in living labs
evaluating success through natural and social indicators
promoting innovation
inspiring innovative public policies
enabling research that is participatory, rigorous, and well suited to supporting dynamic innovation processes in real-world settings.

These themes are tightly aligned with ReForest’s mission to co-create solutions that promote agroforestry and foster stakeholder engagement across Europe. We will be excited to share our insights and real-world experiences from our Living Labs, to collaborate with international partners and continue working toward a resilient agroecological future.

ReForest will take part in the International Conference on Agroforestry: Forestry and Agriculture (ICAFA-25)
2025-10-04 - 2025-10-05
The ReForest project is proud to announce its upcoming participation in the International Conference on Agroforestry: Forestry and Agriculture (ICAFA-25), a global hybrid event that will take place both physically in Hamburg, Germany, and virtually online, enabling accessibility for participants worldwide.
ICAFA-25 is a leading platform for the exchange of cutting-edge research, innovation, and collaboration in the fields of forestry and agriculture. This inclusive hybrid format ensures that researchers, practitioners, students, and policy experts can engage in meaningful knowledge-sharing, whether in person or from anywhere around the world.
Conference Highlights:

Knowledge Sharing: keynote lectures, case study presentations, and collaborative panels designed to foster innovation in agroforestry and sustainable agriculture.
Networking Opportunities: forums — both digital and in-person — for attendees to connect with global researchers, practitioners, and thought leaders.
Professional Development opportunities for scholars, early-career researchers, and professionals looking to gain feedback, share research, and grow their global impact.
Inclusive Community Engagement: Social events and group discussions to promote deeper collaboration among participants.

All sessions are tailored to support actionable solutions, research excellence, and the dissemination of pioneering ideas across forestry and agriculture sectors. ICAFA-25 aims to build a more resilient, interconnected, and informed global community.
Who Should Attend? You will meet:

Agroforestry practitioners
Researchers and academics
Students and educators
Industry experts and environmental consultants

Policymakers and government representatives

ReForest at the “Agrolesnictví v praxi” Conference, Czech Republic
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-04
ReForest at the “Agrolesnictví v praxi” Conference – October 3–4, 2025
ReForest is pleased to take part in the upcoming national conference Agrolesnictví v praxi (Agroforestry in Practice), held on October 3–4, 2025, in Czech Republic.
Organised by the Czech Agroforestry Association (ČSAL) with the support of national stakeholders and the REFOREST project, the event will bring together farmers, researchers, advisors, and policy experts to explore how agroforestry can be implemented effectively across the Czech landscape.
The first day will feature expert presentations on tree species selection, funding opportunities, biodiversity, pest management, and current agroforestry policy. An informal networking session will follow the programme.
On the second day, participants will take part in a practical field workshop. The workshop will include demonstrations of tree care, agroforestry design, biodiversity support measures, and tastings of farm products from agroforestry systems.
The event offers a valuable opportunity to connect theory and practice, and to foster collaboration among those shaping the future of agroforestry in the Czech Republic.

10th Forum Agroforstsysteme: Planting diversity – Scaling agroforestry
2025-09-17 - 2025-09-18
ReForest is pleased to support the 10th Forum Agroforstsysteme, Germany’s leading agroforestry conference, organised by our partner Deutscher Fachverband für Agroforstwirtschaft (DeFAF e.V.) and hosted at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen. The forum brings together practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and land managers to explore scalable agroforestry solutions under the theme: “Vielfalt pflanzen – Agroforst skalieren” (Planting diversity – Scaling agroforestry).
This year’s forum will include keynote presentations, scientific posters, workshops, excursions, and networking sessions focused on expanding agroforestry systems in temperate Europe.
Reasons to join:

Connect with leading agroforestry researchers and practitioners in the German-speaking region
Learn about pathways for scaling agroforestry systems in science, policy, and practice
Explore insights from DeFAF-supported projects, including ReForest and other EU initiatives
Join workshops, poster sessions, and excursions to experience agroforestry implementation firsthand

Tickets are already available HERE.

ReForest to Take Centre Stage at the Agroforestry Show 2025
2025-09-11 - 2025-09-12
We are pleased to announce that the ReForest project will take a central stage at the Agroforestry Show 2025, that will take place on September 10–11, 2025, at Woodoaks Farm in Maple Cross, Hertfordshire, UK. This event brings together farmers, foresters, researchers, and land managers to explore the future of agroforestry in the UK and Europe.
Taking place at Woodoaks Farm in Hertfordshire, the two-day event will bring together farmers, advisors, researchers, foresters, land managers, and policymakers to explore agroforestry’s vital role in climate resilience, biodiversity enhancement, and sustainable food systems.
The Agroforestry show highlights include

Workshops and Talks will enable participants to engage with experts through knowledge exchange sessions and inspiring discussions.
Field Walks are an excellent way to explore agroforestry in action with guided tours showcasing practical implementations.
Live Demonstrations are a way to witness equipment and techniques that support agroforestry practices.
Exhibitions and Market Stalls are an excellent opportunity to discover products and services from a range of exhibitors.
Design Clinics are a great way to receive personalized advice to support your agroforestry journey.

ReForest will contribute to both the Main Stage Programme and the Training Hub, offering in-depth sessions, interactive learning, tool demonstrations, and valuable networking opportunities. This event marks an important opportunity to present project results and achievements at a key stage in the project’s development. It will also help raise awareness among stakeholders, supporting the future exploitation and scaling of the ReForest outputs.
ReForest will contribute two key sessions to the main programme.

The Innovative Finance for Agroforestry session will explore financing mechanisms that support agroforestry adoption, featuring the FarmTree model developed within ReForest and showcasing the close collaboration with DeepRoots.
A second session on Agroforestry Case Studies Across Europe will highlight practical examples and insights from a range of European contexts, illustrating the environmental, economic, and social benefits of agroforestry systems. Several of these case studies will feature ReForest’s direct involvement and leadership.

A Training Hub
Organised in collaboration with DigitAF, the Organic Research Centre (ORC), and Agricology, the Training Hub is designed to support new adopters of agroforestry through focused, practical learning opportunities. Hosted in the Barn, ReForest’s contributions include a diverse mix of sessions, demonstrations, and networking opportunities.
Training Sessions
These 30-minute sessions will equip attendees with foundational knowledge and insights on:

Planning a silvoarable system
Planning a silvopasture system
Agroforestry and public goods: carbon, biodiversity
Life cycle assessments of agroforestry and orchards
Greenhouse gas calculators for trees on farms
Financial tools for agroforestry
How to approach agroforestry economics
Introduction to hedges and shelterbelts
Introduction to tree fodder
Farmer case study: James Bucher
Building agroforestry designs with LandApp
How to prepare a PA4 agroforestry plan

Tool Demonstrations and Resources
ReForest will also provide hands-on access to tools and platforms, along with expert support to answer questions and facilitate practical use:

FarmTree Tool
ReForest stakeholder platform
Agroforestry map of Europe
Decision Analysis tools
Public Goods Tool

Workshops and Interactive Sessions
In addition, ReForest will lead engaging sessions including a co-design workshop delivered by the UK Living Lab, a soil health and carbon assessment demo in collaboration with DigitAF, and will host informal meetups and discussions in a dedicated breakout space.
Ticket Information:
Early bird tickets are available now. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the official event website.
Join us at the Agroforestry Show 2025 to connect with a growing community dedicated to integrating trees into farming systems for a sustainable future.

ReForest at the 19th North American Agroforestry Conference in Missouri
2025-07-23 - 2025-07-25
The 19th North American Agroforestry Conference will take place from July 23–25, 2025, in Columbia, Missouri. Organised by the Association for Temperate Agroforestry (AFTA), this biennial event gathers a global community of agroforestry professionals including scientists, farmers, technical advisors, entrepreneurs, and innovators. As one of the most important international forums dedicated to agroforestry, the conference provides a unique platform for sharing research, exchanging knowledge, and exploring practical strategies to advance agroforestry systems. It also offers an excellent opportunity for the ReForest project to disseminate its results, foster transatlantic dialogue, and engage with U.S. stakeholders working on the development of agroforestry practices in a North American context.
During the conference, ReForest will be represented by project coordinator Martin Lukac, who will deliver key presentations showcasing major project developments. His contributions will address some of the core challenges tackled by the project and highlight significant results achieved to date.

Financial tools for scaling agroforestry

Prepared in collaboration with Tiago Zibecchi (EMEA), lead researcher of the ReForest financial work package, and Ivan Hajdukovic (Postdoctoral researcher at EPFL I Research fellow at EMEA), this contribution will examine how innovative financing mechanisms, such as carbon farming schemes, green bonds, and hybrid payment models, can address the key financial barriers limiting agroforestry adoption. The study underscores the need for blended finance approaches and streamlined policy frameworks to make agroforestry a more viable and attractive land-use strategy for farmers and investors alike.

FarmTree Tool: a platform for agroforestry and sustainable farming

The FarmTree Tool, developed by the project partner FarmTree B.V. and integrating data from the ReForest Living Labs will be presented in a poster presentation highlighting key features of this user-friendly digital platform for simulating agroforestry systems. It will be demonstrated how the tool can enable farmers, advisors, and policymakers to project yields, costs, and environmental benefits under different scenarios, supporting better decision-making for sustainable land use and investment planning.
Prof. Lukac will also contribute to the topic of integrating tree canopy into grazing systems can reduce livestock heat stress under future climate scenarios and how expanding tree cover can enhance animal welfare and system resilience—underscoring silvopasture’s role as a climate adaptation strategy.
The conference program includes presentations, poster sessions, lightning talks, and organized discussions showcasing the latest research and hands-on approaches in agroforestry. Attendees of NAAC 2025 will have the opportunity to explore a range of innovative agroforestry systems through guided tours of the Horticulture & Agroforestry Research Farm (HARF) in New Franklin, MO, and the Baskett Research Forest in Ashland, MO featuring experimental orchards, silvopasture, and forest farming demonstrations. Additional site visits to Cedar Hill Farms in Napton, MO, and Rusted Plowshare Farm in Concordia, MO, will highlight practical applications of chestnut orchards, silvopasture, and diversified perennial systems. Participants will also have valuable opportunities to connect with researchers, professionals, and land managers to exchange knowledge and foster partnerships that support the future of sustainable land use.
The ReForest team looks forward to engaging with the agroforestry community and contributing to this vibrant exchange of ideas and practices.

ReForest at the Farm Woodland Forum AGM 2025: Exploring Agroforestry in Integrated Land Management
2025-07-09 - 2025-07-10
ReForest joins the Farm Woodland Forum AGM 2025, a cornerstone event for UK agroforestry practitioners and researchers, focused this year on the theme: “The Role of Agroforestry in Integrated Land Management.”
Held over two days in Aberdeenshire, the event combines in-depth presentations, field visits, and opportunities for peer learning. The Organic Research Centre, leading partner in ReForest, will contribute to the programme by sharing key insights from our European Living Labs and share about the tools developed under the project.
Day one will feature a full conference and AGM at the University of Aberdeen, while day two will take participants on a guided field visit to Glensaugh Farm, hosted by the James Hutton Institute, to explore agroforestry in action.
Why Attend?

Gain insights into the role of agroforestry in climate-resilient land use
Explore practical examples and research during the Glensaugh Farm visit
Connect with ReForest researchers and members of the UK agroforestry community
Participate in peer exchanges and the Farm Woodland Forum AGM

ReForest at Groundswell 2025: Advancing Agroforestry on the Ground
2025-07-02 - 2025-07-03
ReForest returns to Groundswell, the UK’s leading regenerative agriculture festival, to co-host the Agroforestry Tent—a hub for knowledge exchange, technical guidance, and on-farm innovation.
In collaboration with the Organic Research Centre and other UK-based partners, Organic Research Center, ReForest Living Labs leader, is showcasing practical tools, field data, and science-driven insights from its 8 Living Labs across Europe. Attendees will be able to check the FarmTree® decision-support tool, receive one to one advice, and participate in sessions covering tree selection, silvopasture systems, and agroforestry economics.
Why Attend?

Learn about nature-based solutions that align with the EU Green Deal and Farm to Fork strategy
Connect with ReForest researchers and advisors
Participate in policy dialogues and knowledge-sharing workshops
Discover how agroforestry systems boost productivity, sequester carbon, and support biodiversity

Visit the Agroforestry tent to access practical tools, real-life success stories, and guidance on how to transform your land use with agroforestry.

ReForest at the ECO-READY Living Labs Sustainability Workshop
2025-06-16 13:00 - 14:30 UTC
We’re pleased to announce that ReForest has been invited to present at the ECO-READY Living Labs Sustainability Workshop, taking place online on Monday, 16 June 2025, from 13:00 to 14:30 CET. This session is part of Living Lab Transition Management initiative within the Eco-Ready project and aims to support Living Labs in evolving into long-term, integrated knowledge hubs.
The workshop will bring together all 10 Eco-Ready Living Labs, with a strong focus on peer learning and inspiration.
In the ReForest contribution we will share:

The methodology and operating model behind a successful Living Lab with examples from our North of England Living Lab team provided by our partners Organic Research Centre who are responsible for the Living Labs within ReForest
Our approach to long-term sustainability and governance
Key success factors and lessons learned

…and answer all the questions participants may have in a Q&A session.
We’re honoured to share our experience in agroforestry innovation and stakeholder-driven design, especially as many Living Labs are focused now on shaping their post-project sustainability strategies.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from peer-driven practices and build connections with fellow Living Lab coordinators across Europe!
Registration details to be shared soon!

ReForest at INTERFACES Colloquium: Decision Support Modelling for Sustainable Land Management
2025-05-22 16:00 - 17:00 UTC
The ReForest Project is excited to take part in the INTERFACES Colloquium Series #19, which focuses on advancing decision-making for sustainable land management — especially in contexts where data is incomplete or uncertain.
In this session, Prof. Eike Luedeling of the University of Bonn’s Institute of Crop Science and Resource Conservation (INRES) will present a lecture titled “A decision focus for impact-oriented agricultural research.”
His talk will provide a deep dive into how agricultural research can enhance its real-world impact by focusing on the actual decisions faced by farmers, policymakers, and NGOs. Through the use of mathematical models, built from expert knowledge and probabilistic simulations, this approach — known as decision-focused research — supports better outcomes, even when data is incomplete or uncertain.
Prof. Luedeling will also introduce Value-of-Information analysis, a method that highlights which uncertainties matter most and where additional data collection could significantly improve decision quality.
This lecture is part of the INTERFACES Colloquium Series on “Sustainable Land Management in sub-Saharan Africa” and strongly aligns with ReForest’s mission to promote actionable, science-based decision-making tools for sustainable land-use transitions.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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ReForest Project is coorganiser of a conference on “Mitigating Climate Change, from Fieldwork to Policy-Making: The Role of Living Labs”
2025-04-24 09:30 - 2025-04-25 17:30 UTC
The transition towards climate resilience in the agri-food sector is more critical than ever. With agriculture at the heart of climate action, Living Labs offer a dynamic framework to co-develop, test, and scale climate-smart solutions that support both sustainability and productivity.
This two-day event will bring together 50+ Living Labs, EU projects, R&D centres, policymakers, Mediterranean associations, and key stakeholders to foster collaboration, scale innovations, and shape policies for a sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural future.
Join the:

Capacity-Building Workshops: the conference will focus on strengthening Living Labs’ role in climate adaptation.
Marketplace of Solutions: unique moment of this event is the marketspace to present innovations, share research, showcase tools, and connect with key stakeholders.
Policy Dialogue: the conference is a noteworthy opportunity to bridging science, practice, and policy gap and accelerate climate action.
Networking & Knowledge Exchange: unique opportunity to collaborate, co-create, and build strategic partnerships.

The event is designed to empower Living Labs, enhance collaboration, and drive impact in climate-resilient agriculture. It presents a unique opportunity for ReForest Living Labs to engage, share insights, and expand their network.
Register here
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Digital Tools in Agriculture: Perceptions and Barriers to Adoption
2025-04-15 13:30 - 15:30 UTC
The ReForest project is proud to participate in the second webinar of the Agroecology Cluster webinar series, which brings together EU-funded projects working to promote sustainable, resilient, and digitally supported farming systems.
This interactive session will spotlight how digital tools are accelerating the adoption of agroecological practices and empowering farmers, researchers, and policymakers alike.
Agenda Highlights:

Welcome and introductory remarks
Evangelia Mourmoura, DG AGRI – Digitalisation in agriculture
Tom Staton, ReForest – Practical applications of digital tools for agroforestry
Elias Maritan, D4AgEcol – Farm-level impacts of technology adoption
Evelyn Reinmuth, PATH2DEA – Survey insights & local workshop results
Interactive discussion with the audience

The ReForest presentation will highlight how digital tools are being used to support agroforestry adoption across Europe, with practical examples from the project’s Living Labs.
Whether you’re a policymaker, farmer, advisor, or part of the research community, this event offers valuable insights into how technology is shaping the future of agroecology.
More information and registration form are available on the Agroecology cluster page.
Looking forward to meeting you soon!

ReForest Project is Part of Webinar Series on Digitalisation of Sustainable Farming Practices
2025-03-18 13:30 - 15:30 UTC
The Digital Agroecology Cluster, established under the PATH2DEA project, is launching a webinar series to explore the pivotal role of digitalisation in promoting sustainable agricultural practices, focusing on agroecology and agroforestry.
This series will highlight insights and outcomes from three projects within the Cluster: PATH2DEA, D4AgEcol, and ReForest.
The first webinar, scheduled for March 18, 2025, from 13:30 to 15:30 CET, will delve into the digital tools currently available. The session will begin with introductory remarks, followed by an overview of the EU policy landscape.
Prof. Ing. Martin Lukáč, PhD, the ReForest Project Coordinator, will present innovative tools to finance agroforestry in Europe.
Evangelos Anastasiou from the Agricultural University of Athens will introduce the D4AgEcol Platform and Tom Van Nieuwenhove (Inagro) and Iride Volpi (AEDIT) will discuss technological tools compatible with agroecological practices, providing practical examples from Belgium and Italy.
Through these webinars, the Digital Agroecology Cluster aims to facilitate knowledge exchange, showcase practical applications of digital tools, and address the challenges associated with their integration into sustainable farming systems.
More information and registration form are available on the Agroecology cluster page.
We are looking forward to meeting you soon!

Designing your agroforestry system with the FarmTree Tool. A case study from the UK Living Lab
2025-03-11 14:30 - 15:30 UTC
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Agroforestry holds immense benefits for farms, the environment, and society at large. Yet, its widespread adoption faces significant challenges, including the uncertainty surrounding expected environmental and profitability outcomes.
Drawing insights from data collected from ReForest Living Labs across Europe, the FarmTree Tool emerges as a digital solution to this challenge. This software-based model, accessible through an easy-to-use online interface, and connected to a scientific species database, empowers land users to craft virtual agroforestry systems and anticipate their performance across production, financial, and agro-ecological dimensions. The tool allows to flexibly design unique agroforestry systems in an online environment (in terms of species composition, arrangement, and management), and offers a comprehensive overview of the farming system performance.
The FarmTree Tool integrates site-specific data such as:

farmer information,
plot design and management,
climate conditions,
soil composition,
and species unique characteristics.

By synthesizing these inputs, the tool generates modelling projections for the envisioned agroforestry scenario over a defined period of time.
The Cockle Park Farm, part of the UK Living Lab, is one of the farms within ReForest that has been analysed with the FarmTree Tool. The upcoming event presents the application of the FarmTree Tool for this Living Lab. It shows how the FarmTree Tool can be a valuable instrument for farmers, advisors, researchers, policymakers, and all stakeholders working in agroforestry within the ReForest and European context..
Key webinar topics and themes include:

Overview of the ReForest project: Living Labs data generation for Farmer and Policy Support (Prof Ing Martin Lukac PhD, ReForest project coordinator)
A UK Living Lab case study: Cockle Park Farm – its objectives, design and challenges (Janie Caldbeck/Will Simonson, Organic Research Centre; James Standen, Cockle Park farm manager)
FarmTree Tool a digital solution for designing, comparing, and reporting impact of agroforestry systems (Steffie Rijpkema, FarmTree)
The FarmTree Tool in the Living Lab UK case: how can the FarmTree Tool be used to estimate vegetation cover, biomass production, yields and carbon (Steffie Rijpkema, FarmTree)
Interactive session and Questions

As a webinar participant, you will get temporary access to temperate agroforestry species with your FarmTree Tool registration for free, to explore the potential of the tool for your context!
To ensure your participation, register now and secure your spot by completing the simple registration form. Following your registration, further details pertaining to event access will be shared.
We are looking forward to your participation!

Driving Sustainable Agriculture: ReForest at the European Carbon Farming Summit 2025
2025-03-04 - 2025-03-06
The ReForest Project is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming 2nd European Carbon Farming Summit, scheduled for March 4–6, 2025, at Dublin Castle in Dublin, Ireland.
This summit serves as a pivotal platform for advancing carbon farming practices across Europe, aligning seamlessly with ReForest’s mission to promote sustainable land management and agroforestry solutions.
The summit will focus on three main sessions:

Which practices for European soils?

This part of the conference will be dedicated to exploring regional agrosystems, focusing on farmer acceptance, the co-benefits and trade-offs of practices, and the development of value chains.

What standards and certification mechanisms?

The session will delve into quality criteria, baselining methodologies, overlapping schemes, additionality, and the implications of offsetting and claims.

How to monitor carbon fluxes?

In this session the main focus will be on data harmonisation, model calibration, emerging technologies, remote sensing techniques, and monitoring initiatives.
These topics are integral to the ReForest Project’s objectives, particularly in enhancing carbon sequestration through agroforestry and developing robust monitoring and verification systems.
ReForest’s Contributions at the Summit:

Posters by the University of Copenhagen (UCPH):

Comparative Carbon Stock Quantification in Diverse Agricultural Systems: Paving the Way for Sustainable Agriculture
Harnessing Soil Organic Carbon: Unlocking Benefits for Crop Productivity and Climate Resilience with Agroforestry Systems

Workshop Participation:

Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) of Agroforestry Carbon Farming Schemes: Rico Hübner from the German Association for Agroforestry (DeFAF) will represent ReForest in this workshop. The session will focus on MRV of agroforestry carbon farming schemes, including environmental and social issues. It will build on the EURAF typology for agroforestry practices (see EURAF Policy Briefing #1)—identifying eight types of agroforestry—and will focus on agricultural land rather than forest grazing.

These contributions underscore ReForest’s commitment to fostering sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing carbon sequestration through agroforestry.
We look forward to engaging with stakeholders and contributing to meaningful discussions at the summit.

Financing Agroforestry: Exploring Diverse Financing Schemes for Sustainable Land Use
2024-11-19 14:00 - 15:30 UTC
EMEA SIDE-EVENT AT COP29
Nov 19 @ 14:00 – 15:30 CET; 17:00 – 18:30 AZT
We are excited to announce the participation of ReForest in the upcoming COP29 side-event on Agroforestry financing organised by EMEA.
Agroforestry integrates trees and shrubs into farming landscapes, offering vital benefits for the environment, economy, and society. Despite its value in enhancing biodiversity, improving soil health, boosting crop resilience, sequestering carbon, and creating sustainable livelihoods, widespread adoption of agroforestry remains limited, largely due to financial constraints.
This event will explore innovative financing schemes tailored to agroforestry’s unique characteristics and long-term needs. It will feature discussions on successful case studies, highlight both public and private financing approaches, and encourage dialogue on how to expand investment in agroforestry globally.
Moderator of the discussion will be Yeganeh Forouheshfar, Senior Researcher, Euro-Mediterranean Economists Association (EMEA).
Panel:

Tiago Zibecchi, Researcher at the Euro-Mediterranean Economists Association
Enrique Doblas, Ecology researcher, transfer officer, consultant at CREAF
Martin Lukac, Professor, The Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague, Coordinator of the ReForest project
Hafsa El Bekri, Advocacy and Executive Strategy Senior Associate, Positive Agenda
Marek Chalupnik, Co-Founder & COO at DeepRoots
Gerry Lawson, Policy Officer at EURAF
Andrea Casadesús, BETA Technological Center and Coordinator of BETA Research Group

Key Themes include:

Economic & Environmental Benefits of Agroforestry: Dual roles of agroforestry in biodiversity, climate resilience, and economic returns.
Public & Private Financing Models: Government subsidies, grants, green bonds, and carbon credits.
Impact Investing & Blended Finance: De-risking investments while achieving financial, social, and environmental outcomes.
Smallholder Access to Finance: Microfinancing, cooperatives, and community-based models for small farmers.
Innovative Financial Tools: Payment for ecosystem services (PES), carbon financing, agroforestry insurance, and sustainability-linked loans.
Challenges & Opportunities for Scaling: Overcoming barriers to scale, including long-term investment needs and regulatory frameworks.

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High-level dialogue on scaling up agroforestry
2024-11-07 09:30 - 16:30 UTC
November 7 @ 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Recklinghausen, Germany
Agroforestry systems are increasingly recognized for their numerous benefits. These systems enhance agricultural structural and biodiversity, support food and raw material production, and aid in climate adaptation.
Given the significant loss of biodiversity and the rise in extreme weather events, agriculture needs sustainable solutions. Agroforestry systems offer such a solution by combining woody plants with arable crops and/or livestock on the same land. These systems can vary greatly in species composition and management practices, making them versatile and beneficial as a land-use system.
This conference will highlight the diversity of agroforestry systems, demonstrating their impact on biodiversity, water balance, and CO2 storage capacity. Additionally, discussions will address the marketing of agroforestry products. Insights from other European countries will underscore the relevance and importance of agroforestry as a land-use system beyond national borders.
During the event, ReForest Project will be presented by UBO.
Agroforstsysteme – Was sie für Naturschutz und Landwirtschaft leisten können (nua.nrw)

Webinar: Agroforestry Research and the ReForest Project
2024-10-28 17:30 - 18:30 UTC
online
Join our UK partners for an insightful webinar as we take a deep dive into the ReForest Project, focusing on how agroforestry can support the UK food system and drive sustainability. This event will provide valuable insights into the latest innovations, tools, and strategies that are shaping a resilient agricultural future.
Drawing on ReForest’s research and Living Labs data, the webinar will highlight how agroforestry plays a vital role in achieving net-zero goals, and will introduce powerful digital tools designed to model and assess agroforestry’s performance on farms.

Key topics and themes include:

Agroforestry’s Contribution to Net-Zero: you will get a chance to discover how agroforestry can help achieve climate goals and support environmental sustainability.
Knowledge Infrastructure: learn about the evolution of agroforestry’s knowledge base.
UK Living Lab: an in-depth look at ReForest’s UK-based Living Lab and its contribution to agroforestry research.
FarmTree Tool: explore how to model agroforestry performance, providing actionable insights for improving farm management.
Sustainability Assessments: an insight into the Public Goods Tool, used to assess agroforestry’s contribution to sustainability across various dimensions.

Speakers:

Tom Staton, University of Reading
Will Simonson, Organic Research Centre

Both speakers will share insights from the ReForest project and provide examples of how agroforestry practices can be successfully implemented to support sustainable food systems and farming resilience.
Register now via this LINK to secure your spot!
Further details regarding event access will be shared following registration.
To ensure your participation, register now and secure your spot by completing the simple registration form. Following your registration, further details pertaining to event access will be shared.
We are looking forward to your participation!

MAIA Policy Roundtable & Workshop: The Role of Regions in Sustainable Food Systems Transformation
2024-10-08 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Ambiorix Center, Brussels, Belgium/online
As part of the 22nd European Week of Regions and Cities, the MAIA Project is organizing a Policy Roundtable and Workshop on October 8, 2024, focusing on the critical role of the global food sector in addressing greenhouse gas emissions. This hybrid event will spotlight the progress of regions in promoting shorter supply chains and sustainable food systems, as part of the broader efforts to combat climate change.
While the EU has made significant progress in reducing emissions across various sectors, the food sector lags behind. It is essential to deliver effective policies that address this gap, promote food security, and reduce harmful emissions. This event will explore these challenges and showcase best practices from regions leading the way in sustainable food transformation.
Key Workshop Objectives:

Understand the impacts of sustainable agri-food transformation on climate and biodiversity.
Explore EU policies and initiatives, such as the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and the EU Farm-to-Fork Strategy.
Facilitate knowledge exchange and best practices for sustainable food systems.
Address the environmental and social impacts of promoting sustainable food systems.
Develop actionable recommendations to support sustainable food systems at regional, national, and EU levels.
Foster collaboration among stakeholders for stronger local and regional policies.
Showcase MAIA’s tools and services that support the transition to sustainable food systems.

This event will bring together regional representatives, experts, and stakeholders to share insights on these critical topics. The roundtable will be followed by a participatory workshop where citizens will have the opportunity to propose solutions for promoting local products and advancing territorially tailored policies.
Sign up for the event HERE

ReForest Project will be Presented at the MICEB 2024 Conference in Montenegro
2024-09-12 09:00 - 2024-09-13 14:00 UTC
We are excited to announce the participation of ReForest in the upcoming MICEB 2024 Conference, organised under the framework of the CROSS REISS Project. The conference will be held in Montenegro, bringing together experts, researchers, and professionals to explore impactful solutions for sustainable agriculture and forestry in Europe.
Yeganeh Forouheshfar, Senior Researcher at EMEA, will represent the ReForest Project, delivering a presentation on “Impact Financing Schemes to Promote Regenerative Agroforestry Business in Europe: The Contribution of the ReForest Project.” This presentation will delve into the advancements made by the ReForest Project in developing financing models that encourage regenerative agroforestry practices across Europe. These models aim to support sustainable land management, increase biodiversity, and enhance economic resilience for farmers and communities.
The MICEB 2024 Conference provides a unique opportunity for networking among project partners, fellow speakers, and researchers and is an excellent opportunity for ReForest to showcase its ongoing work and build collaborations that promote agroforestry as a transformative solution for sustainable landscapes.
Key Themes of the Conference Include:

Impact Financing for Sustainable Agriculture: Innovative financing mechanisms and investment opportunities to support regenerative agriculture and agroforestry.
Regenerative Agroforestry Practices: Integrating trees, crops, and livestock to restore ecosystems, improve soil health, and boost biodiversity.
Policy and Governance: Developing frameworks to scale agroforestry practices and support sustainable rural development.
Research and Innovation: Insights into the latest research, tools, and technologies driving the future of agroforestry in Europe.

Navigating Agroforestry futures in Europe: Insights from ReForest project and FarmTree® Tool
2024-06-27 14:00 - 15:00 (Europe/Paris)
June 27 @ 14:00 pm CET
online
Agroforestry holds immense benefits for farms, the environment, and society at large. Yet, its widespread adoption faces significant challenges, including the uncertainty surrounding expected environmental and profitability outcomes.
Drawing insights from data collected from ReForest Living Labs across Europe, the FarmTree Tool emerges as a digital solution to this challenge. This software-based model, accessible through an easy-to-use online interface, and connected to a scientific species database, empowers land users to craft agroforestry systems and anticipate their performance across production, financial, and agro-ecological dimensions. The tool allows to flexibly design unique agroforestry systems in an online environment (in terms of species composition, arrangement, and management), and offers a comprehensive overview of the farming system performance.
The FarmTree Tool integrates site-specific data such as:

farmer information,
plot design and management,
climate conditions,
soil composition,
and species unique characteristics.

By synthesizing these inputs, the tool generates modelling projections for the envisioned agroforestry scenario over a defined period of time.
The upcoming event presents a valuable opportunity for farmers, advisors, researchers, policymakers, and all stakeholders working in agroforestry to learn more about the practical applications of the FarmTree Tool within the ReForest and European context.
Key webinar topics and themes include:

Overview of the ReForest project: Living Labs data generation for Farmer and Policy Support (Prof Ing Martin Lukac PhD, ReForest project coordinator);
FarmTree tool: a digital solution for designing, comparing, and reporting impact of agroforestry systems (Steffie Rijpkema, MSc – Coordinator Innovation Team)
A practical application of the FarmTree Tool: examples from ReForest Living Labs (Marina Alarcón, MSc – Agroforestry Impact Quantification Expert at FarmTree)
What tooling functionalities and digital solutions do diverse European agroforestry practitioners need? (interactive session) (Marina Alarcón, MSc – Agroforestry Impact Quantification Expert at FarmTree)

As a webinar participant, you will get temporary access to temperate agroforestry species with your FarmTree Tool registration (for free), to explore the potential of the tool for your context!
To ensure your participation, register now and secure your spot by completing the simple registration form. Following your registration, further details pertaining to event access will be shared.
We are looking forward to your participation!

7th European Agroforestry Conference
2024-05-27 08:00 - 2024-06-02 17:00 UTC
The ReForest Project is pleased to announce its active participation in the 2024 European Agroforestry Conference, organised by the European Agroforestry Federation. The conference will take place in the city of Brno, Czechia, focusing on the theme “Agroforestry – Regenerating Landscapes and Diversifying Production in Europe.”
European agriculture confronts unprecedented challenges, encompassing climate change, declining biodiversity, and an urgent need for enhanced human health. Agroforestry, involving the integration of trees with livestock and/or crop production, stands out as a proven solution for sustainable food production while addressing all these pressing issues. The conference aims to discuss the potential of agroforestry in creating economically and environmentally beneficial landscapes—an aspect central to the mission of the ReForest Project.
The Czech Republic, located at the heart of Europe, provides an ideal setting for discussions on the wide adoption of agroforestry. The country is currently witnessing an uptake in agroforestry practices, especially in intensive farming areas, making it a strategic location for progressive agricultural development.
The main Conference Topics and Themes include:
• Agroforestry and the Environment: Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Biodiversity, Landscape Planning and Management, Wildfire Prevention, Healthy Soil and Water Management, Pests, Diseases, and Weed Control
• Agroforestry Production: Quality, Safety, and Sustainability: Silvoarable Systems – Crop Productions, Silvopastoral Systems – Livestock Welfare, Grazing Management, and Production, Tree Growth and Production – Fruit, Timber, Energy, and Non-Wood Forest Productions, Agroforestry Germplasm, Models and Tools, Agrivoltaism
• Economy and Policy of Agroforestry: Business Models, European Policy, Carbon Farming and Neutrality Certifications, Scaling Up Agroforestry Innovations
• Agroforestry in Society and Culture: Education, Training, Dissemination, and Promotion, Gender, Youth Engagement, and New Social Movements, Historical Landscapes: Heritage Identity and a Driver for Sustainable Tourism, Urban and Peri-Urban Agroforestry
• Agroforestry in Practice: Farmers’ Experiences and Adoption, European Initiatives and Projects, Lessons from What Does Not Work in Agroforestry, Women in Agroforestry
ReForest Project looks forward to contributing valuable insights and sharing experiences during the conference, fostering collaboration among farmers, policymakers, and researchers to push the integration of agroforestry practices across Europe.
For detailed information and updates about the event, we invite you to explore the Conference website at: https://www.euraf2024.mendelu.cz/34925-welcome
