ReForest Webinar: FarmTree Agroforestry Modeling and Practical Lessons from the UK Living Lab

On March 11, 2025, ReForest project hosted a webinar titled “Designing Your Agroforestry System with the FarmTree Tool: A Case Study from the UK Living Lab.” This event convened experts, farmers, and researchers to discuss the future of agroforestry and the integration of digital decision-support tools.

Martin Lukac, the ReForest coordinator, commenced the webinar by outlining the project’s mission to establish agroforestry as a leading land management system in Europe. He highlighted that the project focuses on enhancing understanding, fostering innovation, and refining financial models to support agroforestry adoption across diverse landscapes.

UK Living Lab & practical implementation

Janie Caldbeck and Will Simonson introduced the UK Living Lab, a collaborative network of over 50 farmers, researchers, and advisors dedicated to developing effective agroforestry systems. Their work addresses practical challenges, advances food production, enhances carbon capture, and promotes biodiversity. The presentation underscored the importance of co-designing decision-support tools tailored to specific geographical contexts.

James Standen from Cockle Park Farm shared his experiences with agroforestry implementation, discussing species selection, economic feasibility, and on-farm decision-making. His insights highlighted both the opportunities and challenges of integrating trees into agricultural systems.

FarmTree Tool Demonstration

Steffie Rijpkema demonstrated the FarmTree Tool, an advanced platform enabling farmers and landowners to model the environmental and economic impacts of agroforestry. By incorporating parameters such as biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and financial viability, the tool provides valuable data to support informed decision-making.

De FarmTree Tool is available for public use until March 15 2025, offering landowners and farmers the opportunity to explore its capabilities.

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