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In the face of rising energy prices and climate challenges, agriculture stands at the crossroads of transformation. AgEnRes aims to navigate this intersection by exploring strategies for energy independence and resilience in farming. Deliverable D1.1, the project’s first major output, explores the policies shaping this transition. From the EU Green Deal to national implementation, it provides a roadmap to understanding how policy frameworks can help—or hinder—the journey toward sustainable agriculture. 

Here’s what we found during our work: 

We’re thrilled to bring you the first edition of our AgEnRes Newsletter! Though we’ve only been up and running for less than a year, we’ve already made significant progress. There’s plenty to share, so grab a warm drink, get comfortable, and let’s dive in!

The AgEnRes project relies on expert teams to deliver its ambitious goals, and Work Package 9 (WP9) is no exception. Responsible for Communication, Dissemination, and Exploitation, WP9 is led by Krisztina Tóth, Senior Manager, and Diego Ibáñez Rodríguez, Communication Manager, both from GEONARDO. Together, they ensure that AgEnRes reaches its target audiences effectively, translating complex scientific findings into actionable insights and fostering engagement across sectors.

In this interview, they share their perspectives on their organisation’s role, the project’s challenges, and the potential impact on agricultural communities.

In the latest Voices of AgEnRes blog post, we introduce Petr Havlík and Tamás Krisztin from IIASA, who lead Work Package 7 (WP7). They discuss their roles in enhancing agricultural models to better incorporate energy dimensions, the challenges they face, and the exciting developments ahead. Petr and Tamás share insights on how their work will improve policy assessments, benefiting farmers and agricultural communities. Read the full interview to explore their innovative approaches in agricultural economics and energy integration.

In this edition of our Voices of AgEnRes blog series, we feature Franziska Appel from the Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition Economies. Franziska shares how her Work Package aims to inform policymakers with more realistic models, ultimately benefiting farmers and agricultural communities.  

Read the full interview to learn about the innovative approaches being taken in agricultural modelling. 

In this edition of our Voices of AgEnRes blog series, we feature Tobias Dalhaus from Wageningen University, leading Work Package 5 (WP5). Tobias shares his insights on developing financial price risk management tools to reduce farmers' financial exposure to input price extremes. Read the full interview to discover the promising advancements in agricultural financial management! 

In our latest instalment of the “Voices of AgEnRes” blog series, we spotlight Spyros from the Agricultural University of Athens, who is leading Work Package 4 (WP4).  

Spyros shares insights on their ambitious efforts to reduce agriculture's dependence on mineral fertilisers and fossil fuels. This interview highlights the significant impact these advancements will have on the farming community and the broader agricultural ecosystem: 

In our latest Voices of AgEnRes blog post, we feature Vivian from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. Learn about the challenges, strategies, and the anticipated impact of WP3 on farmers and agricultural communities as Vivian shares her insights on improving farming efficiency and resilience, aiming for a sustainable future in agriculture! 

Introducing our latest entry on “Voices of AgEnRes”!  

Join us as we sit down with Sylvain Quiédeville and Sabine Reinecke from FIBL Switzerland to discuss their critical work in our project! 

Welcome back to "Voices of AgEnRes"! In this second entry, we introduce Frederic Ang, associate professor at Wageningen University and co-coordinator of AgEnRes.