Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna Leads Legume Intercropping in Pisa Living Lab
How can we grow food in ways that restore the land, support biodiversity, and remain viable for farmers? At the heart of this question lies the work of the Agroecology Group (GoA) at Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna in Pisa, Italy, led by Professor Camilla Moonen.
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Advancing Soybean Sustainability Through Research
We are delighted to spotlight a recent study by VALERECO partner, the Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops (IFVCNS), published in Plants journal. Titled “Impact of Simultaneous Nutrient Priming and Biopriming on Soybean Seed Quality and Health”, the research investigates innovative techniques that enhance seed health
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Collaborating for Sustainable Lupine Cultivation
VALERECO is collaborating with Lekker Lupine, a Dutch organization dedicated to the cultivation and distribution of locally grown lupine beans for human consumption. This collaboration aims to enhance sustainable lupine farming practices across Europe.
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Agrobiodiversity Symposium 2025 | May 20–22
From May 20th to 22nd, 2025, the CROPDIVA project and our sister project, LEGENDARY will host the 2nd International Symposium on ‘Agrobiodiversity along the Value Chain’ in Lleida, Spain.
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Establishing Living Labs Trials in Serbia
Winter crop trials play a crucial role in advancing sustainable farming practices, and in Serbia, the VALERECO project is leading the way. These trials are not just about growing crops—they're about transforming farming systems to be more climate-resilient, productive, and environmentally friendly. In this blog post,
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Sustainable Agriculture Living Labs
VALERECO’s Living Labs, are pioneering sustainable farming by integrating legumes into European agricultural systems. These Living Labs enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, and support eco-friendly practices through the collaborative efforts of farmers, researchers, and policymakers. Discover how they are setting new standards for resilient agriculture across
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VALERECO Consortium – Meet our Team
The VALERECO partners join forces to form a strong team, and bring together a wealth of experience from past and ongoing projects. The team consists of 15 partners from 11 countries, covering Central/Northern and Southern Europe. This diverse consortium guarantees that the project’s findings can be
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VALERECO 1st Press Release: Kick-off Meeting and Public Launching Event
Unlocking the benefits of legumes: Boosting sustainability of agroecosystems VALERECO is a new project funded under the Horizon Europe Program. The project brings together a diverse consortium of 15 partners from 11 countries and officially commenced with a successful Kick-Off meeting in Athens, Greece. During the
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