Reforest project

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 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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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

Agroforestry as a Viable Business: Value chain integration, advisory services, and economic valuation
2026-01-20 15:00 - 16:00
Join us to discover how agroforestry can work as a profitable, scalable business model across industries. Drawing on results from the ReForest project, this webinar cuts through theory to show how agroforestry can deliver real economic returns while generating environmental and social value.
This Webinar is intended for policymakers, private companies, value chain actors, NGOs, farmers, advisors, consultants, and researchers to explore how agroforestry can be embedded across value chains, enabled through strong advisory services and knowledge sharing, and translated into measurable, sustainable economic impact.
What we’ll cover:

Proven agroforestry business models and value-chain integration
The economic case: productivity, yields, and returns from ecosystem services
Consultancy and advisory models that support adoption and scale

The session is designed for action and exchange—giving participants the chance to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and share insights, while supporting policy design, corporate strategies, advisory and consultancy services, NGO programmes, and on-the-ground implementation.
Register now to secure your place and be part of the conversation shaping the future of agroforestry as a viable business: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

ReForest at Treescapes 2026: Dynamic Agroforestry Decision-Making Tool
2026-02-05 - 2026-02-07
5-7 February 2026
As part of the Treescapes 2026 Congress, the ReForest project is proud to be represented by Dr. Prajna Kasargodu Anebagilu, , who will present a talk titled “Decision Analysis for Agroforestry: Insights from the ReForest Project.”
The presentation will showcase the Dynamic Agroforestry Management Tool developed under ReForest. This cutting-edge decision-support tool is designed to help farmers, advisors, and policymakers evaluate the viability of agroforestry practices. By projecting Net Present Value (NPV) over time, the tool accounts for both uncertainty and the complexity of agroforestry systems. It enables evidence-based decision-making before resources are committed, reducing risk for adopters and guiding the design of more effective agroforestry support schemes.
Treescapes 2026 brings together global experts, practitioners, and innovators working to advance sustainable tree-based land management systems. ReForest’s contribution will highlight the critical role of practical, science-based technologies in scaling agroforestry adoption worldwide.
Follow us on social media for updates from the event and insights from the presentation.
Check all ReForest tools and find the one which fits best to your purposes: https://agroreforest.eu/tools/

ReForest Webinar on: “Digital Innovation for Scaling Agroforestry: Harness digital tools to cut costs, maximise impact, and make smarter agroforestry decisions”
2026-02-18 15:00 - 16:30
February 18 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Join us for an interactive webinar to discover how digital tools can simplify agroforestry decision-making, improve efficiency, and increase economic transparency. The session will introduce the ReForest Toolbox, the Agroforestry Map of Europe, and the DigitAF Tool Catalogue, followed by hands-on demonstrations and use cases presented by five tool owners.
Webinar Structure:

Introduction to the ReForest Toolbox, DigitAF Tool Catalogue, and the Agroforestry Map of Europe
Tool demonstrations with real-world use cases
Q&A

Who should join:

Policy makers
Farmers
Agricultural consultants
Corporations in the agriculture sector
NGOs & sustainability organisations
Value-chain actors & advisors

Tools you’ll see in action:
Dynamic Management Impact Tool:
Model long-term economic performance and compare the costs, benefits, and risks of different designs while instantly testing how various financial support schemes affect farm-level viability by Dr. Prajna Kasargodu Anebagilu, Horticultural Sciences, Institute of Crop Science and Resource Conservation (INRES), Faculty of Agricultural, Nutritional and Engineering Sciences, University of Bonn
Carbon & Biodiversity Prediction Tool:
Access instant predictions for soil carbon and biodiversity for any location in Europe using high-resolution satellite imagery and advanced spatial modelling with Colin Tosh, Senior Researcher at the Organic Research Center.
FarmTree:
Generate 30-year simulations to project yields, income, and carbon sequestration, providing a clear business case for climate-smart farming with standardised KPIs with Frank Van Schoubroeck, Co-Founder of Farmtree
Public Goods Tool:
Evaluate whole-farm sustainability through a standardised framework that scores performance across metrics like soil health, animal welfare, and social capital with Tom Staton, Researcher at the University of Reading
RegenWorks:
Design and map context-specific systems using GIS-based tools to create detailed planting plans and exportable layouts with GPS coordinates for precise in-field implementation with Kristoffer Rønn-Andersen, CEO of Regen Farmer
Register now to see these tools in action and discover how digital innovation can help you scale agroforestry effectively and efficiently: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/aee79c8e-d666-469a-b3b2-c485b5a1b1ae@e40795c9-4332-43fc-8888-685dd7c34f99

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. The project will be presented with a poster on “Carbon farming practices in Poland” prepared by our colleagues from Polish Agroforestry Association (OSA). The poster will present information about agroforestry practices in Poland which is related to Reforest project activities.
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.
