Reforest project

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 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
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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ReForest at INTERFACES Colloquium: Decision Support Modelling for Sustainable Land Management
2025-05-22 16:00 - 17:00
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 at the ECO-READY Living Labs Sustainability Workshop
2025-06-16 13:00 - 14:30
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 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 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 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 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.

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 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.

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 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 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

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

FarmTree Advantage: Practical Use of the Platform to Strengthen Value Chains and Livelihoods
2025-10-23 13:00 - 14:00
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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ReForest to Lead a Session at the Digital Agroecology Cluster Final Conference in Brussels
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-18
ReForest is proud to announce its leadership role at the upcoming Digital Agroecology Cluster Conference, taking place on 17–18 November 2025 in Brussels.
This conference marks the final event of the Digital Agroecology Cluster, a fruitful collaboration between eight EU–funded projects, including ReForest, PATH2DEA, Farmtopia, GOOD, D4AgEcol, AGROSUS, Agroserv, and the Agroecology Partnership. Together, these projects have explored how digitalisation and innovation can support the transition to agroecological, organic, and sustainable farming practices across Europe.
Throughout its involvement in the Digital Agroecology Cluster, ReForest has built strong ties with partner projects and contributed to a growing ecosystem of digital, agroecological, and participatory innovation. As one of the leading projects in the cluster, ReForest will lead a dedicated session during the conference. This contribution reflects ReForest’s broader mission: to foster nature-based, inclusive solutions through innovation, evidence, and stakeholder engagement.
The Digital Agroecology Cluster Conference will bring together researchers, policymakers, advisors, farmers, and digital innovators to explore how digitalisation can accelerate sustainable farming transitions.
Key themes of the event include:

Barriers and enabling conditions for the uptake of digital tools in agroecology;
Policy recommendations for digitalisation in sustainable agriculture;
Case studies on robotics, drones, sensors, and cost-effective technologies;
Social dimensions of digital innovation, with insights from Living Labs and farmer-led trials;
Presentation of new databases and platforms developed within the Cluster;
A co-creation session to gather diverse viewpoints on digital innovation and future policies.

ReForest looks forward to engaging with peers, farmers, and decision-makers at this important event shaping the future of digital agroecology in Europe.
Stay tuned for more details and the full programme to be available soon on the organiser’s website: Path2Dea – Digital Agroecology Cluster Conference

Regenerative Finance Scheme for Agroforestry Upscaling: ReForest Special Session at EMANES Annual Conference 2025
2025-12-10 - 2025-12-12
ReForest is proud to announce its participation in the EMANES Annual Conference 2025, taking place from 10 to 12 December 2025 in Barcelona, Spain, in a hybrid format. Hosted at the Recinte Modernista de Sant Pau, the conference is co-organised by the Euro-Mediterranean Economists Association (EMEA)—a leading ReForest partner—the Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS), the Circular Economy and Climate Institute of EPLO, and EU-funded projects including ReForest and CROSS-REIS.
This year’s theme, “Towards Regenerative Economies: Pathways for Inclusive, Sustainable and Resilient Development in Europe, the Mediterranean and Africa,” highlights the growing global shift from sustainability toward regeneration: restoring natural systems, empowering communities, and supporting long-term wellbeing.
As part of the conference programme, ReForest will host a dedicated Special Session titled “Regenerative Finance Scheme for Agroforestry Upscaling.” This session will present the project’s latest findings on how agroforestry can evolve into a regenerative asset class, one that generates long-term value through soil health improvement, carbon removals, biodiversity gains, and enhanced landscape resilience.
Building on ReForest’s scientific evidence and farmer-centred innovations, the Special Session will explore:

Institutional and regulatory barriers influencing agroforestry adoption in Europe
An innovative Regenerative Finance Scheme designed to attract both public and private investment
New insights from a probabilistic Decision Analysis model assessing the financial performance of agroforestry for farmers
Pathways for integrating agroforestry into regenerative economic and territorial strategies

The session will be moderated by Prof. Martin Lukac, Coordinator of the ReForest project, and will feature presentations from Dr. Prajna Kasargodu Anebagilu (University of Bonn) and Tiago Zibecchi (EMEA).
The EMANES Annual Conference provides a high-level platform for cross-regional dialogue and collaboration, offering a strategic opportunity for ReForest to:

Share cutting-edge research on agroforestry’s environmental and economic benefits
Demonstrate how regenerative finance can accelerate agroforestry upscaling
Strengthen synergies with related initiatives focused on resilience, sustainability, and innovation
Position ReForest’s tools, models, and digital platforms within broader policy and investment frameworks supporting regenerative development

More information about the ReForest session: Regenerative Finance Scheme for Agroforestry Upscaling – EMANES Annual Conference 2025
Registration link: Online Registration to EMANES Special Sessions

ReForest at the 3rd European Carbon Farming Summit
2026-03-17 - 2026-03-19
ReForest is pleased to announce its participation in the 3rd European Carbon Farming Summit, Europe’s leading event focused on advancing regenerative agriculture and low-carbon farming solutions. This pivotal gathering will bring together researchers, policymakers, economic actors, NGOs, land managers, and carbon project developers to shape the future of sustainable agriculture.
Building on the success of the 2025 edition held in Dublin, where ReForest also took part, the 2026 summit will take place from 17 to 19 March in Padua, Italy. The 3rd Summit programme emphasises collaboration and dialogue to support robust climate action in farming. The summit offers a crucial space to discuss carbon farming implementation, ensuring environmental integrity while scaling up impact.
Participants will:

Explore the latest innovations in carbon farming and soil health
Connect with a diverse network of practitioners, scientists, and policymakers
Discover practical strategies for implementing regenerative agricultural practices
Examine how agroforestry systems can play a key role in climate resilience and carbon sequestration

We look forward to engaging with fellow participants in Padua and contributing to the collective advancement of carbon farming and agroforestry in Europe.

9th International Symposium on Woody Root Research
2026-06-03 - 2026-06-05 | Como, Italy
ReForest is honored to take part in Woody Roots IX, an international symposium on the physiological processes in roots of woody plants. The event gathers leading researchers, practitioners, and students from around the globe to discuss root-driven sustainability, soil–root interactions, technological innovations in root research, and links to agroforestry systems.
At the symposium, the ReForest project will be presented by our project coordinator offering insights into how agroforestry and root system science intersect in the context of climate resilience and sustainable land management.
Follow the conference programme for keynote talks, oral sessions, poster presentations, and a field visit — all set in the scenic surroundings of Como.

EURAF 2026: Advancing Agroforestry for People and Planet
2026-06-22 - 2026-06-26
The 8th European Agroforestry Conference (EURAF 2026) will take place on 22-26 June 2026, hosted at the University of Neuchâtel, Switzerland. As a major gathering for scientists, farmers, and policymakers, the conference will focus on scaling agroforestry solutions that meet Europe’s social, environmental, and food security goals.
EURAF Conferences are held every two years and draw over 400 participants from across Europe and beyond. The 2026 edition will emphasize practical knowledge exchange, scientific dialogue, and informal collaboration—all in the scenic setting of Switzerland’s Jura region.
In the 2026 conference edition, which is in the final month of the project implementation, ReForest partners will contribute findings from our Living Labs, present the digital tools developed under the project, and participate in key discussions to share our 4 year experience and support shaping the future of agroforestry policy and implementation across Europe.
Why Attend?

Connect with leading agroforestry researchers, farmers, and advisors
Explore agroforestry’s role in food security, biodiversity, climate adaptation, and rural resilience
Engage in scientific sessions, workshops, and policy roundtables
Hear insights from ReForest and learn from diverse European contexts
Join excursions to alpine, lowland, and vineyard agroforestry systems

2026 Key Focus Areas

Agroforestry for food security in a changing world
Farmer-friendly agroforestry
Reconciling agriculture and nature
Agroforestry systems design and business models

The programme will include keynote lectures (from researchers and farmers), poster sessions, field excursions, workshops, and evening networking events.
