Scientific Conference on Organic Agriculture WiTa
The 16th Scientific Conference on Organic Agriculture (Wissenschaftstagung Ökologischer Landbau WiTa) took place at FiBL in Frick on 8–10 March. The conference focused on the exchange of information on the results of scientific research and projects, as well as on general future prospects and solutions to specific challenges faced by the organic agri-food sector.
Link
Wissenschaftstagung.de: WiTa homepage (in German)
Bio-Viehtag 2023 (Organic Livestock Day 2023)
The 3rd Swiss "Bio-Viehtag" took place on 4 May 2023 in Landquart (GR). FiBL was also represented and there were exciting panel discussions and themed posts. This year's focus topics include: Cattle, Small Ruminants, Poultry, Horses and Bees.
Link
bioviehtag.org: Website of the Bio-Viehtag (in German)
Excursion Öko-Feldtage 2023 (Organic Field Days 2023)
On June 14 and 15, 2023, the Organic Field Days took place at the Grieshaber & Schmid organic farm in Hirschlanden. As part of the anniversary, FiBL organized a joint visit to the event. Participants will travel together to the multifaceted organic farm on Wednesday morning and enjoy two days of diverse programming, including discussion forums, demo plots, stalls and demonstrations. A cultural program and regional organic delicacies round out the program.
Link
oeko-feldtage.de: Website Ökofeldtage (in German)
Vineyard excursion: Vitiforst in Germany
From July 24 to July 26, the participants traveled together with FiBL to the German winegrowing region of Rheinhessen to visit newly planted Vitiforst vineyards and other exciting approaches to the question of "sustainable viticulture of the future". On the second day, the tour continued to the Saar for a visit of one of the oldest Vitiforst project vineyards together with the managing winemaker. The goal was the exchange for interested and active Vitiforst winemakers, but also consultants. During the two and a half days there was enough space for discussion, exchange, networking and inspiration.
Links
bioaktuell.ch: More information and registration for the excursion (event fully booked)
FiBL Caravan
The FiBL Caravan started on 20 August in Romandie and ended on 31 August at FiBL in Frick. Participants were given the opportunity to visit a variety of agricultural holdings and food processors.
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Innovation Day
Innovation Day brought the FiBL Caravan to a festive conclusion on the FiBL Campus in Frick on 31 August. It gave the invited guests an opportunity to gain insights into the latest research conducted by FiBL and its partners.
Symposium Bio
The Symposium Bio took place on the 30th of November. The transformation of the food system towards sustainability is one of the big issues of the day. Politicians are addressing it, and the discussion has arrived in everyday life. But where is organic in this important discourse? The Symposium Bio closed the gap and presented answers to the question: What should a sustainable food system look like that can feed people - and include "organic" in the process? Representatives from processing and trade as well as from research gave input presentations on where they see starting points. The participants were able to contribute their opinions on an ongoing basis. The inputs from the plenary session flew into the subsequent panel discussion. After the event, everyone was cordially invited to an anniversary aperitif organized by FiBL.
Link
bioaktuell.ch: More information and registration for the event (in German)