The Hot- and Cold-spots for Scaling out Dynamic Agroecological Systems across Europe (WEBINAR)

Date: October, 31st

Starting at 10:30 CET

Language: English

Registration link: https://soilassociation-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIocO6tqzkrGdNvgSvt4eoK6zQG8x6x8OC8

Dr. Shima Sajadi Jajarm and Dr. Jeroen Groot from Wageningen University in the Netherlands discuss how to identify areas in Europe where certain agroecological systems, known as Dynamic Agroecological Systems (DynAEs), could work well.

Recommendation domains
These areas, referred to as Recommendation domains, show where similar farming methods could succeed by looking at the biophysical environment and the socio-economic characteristics of different areas. This results in finding hotspots (suitable areas) and cold spots (less or unsuitable areas) on the map. The idea is to match these characteristics with the features of DynAEs, while considering that adjustments may be needed for specific types of farms due to the diversity in farming practices.

By the end of the webinar, you will learn:

• How regions with similar conditions are found for specific agroecology practices;
• The important role that GIS techniques and maps play in visualising this data.

What are dynamic agroecological systems and why are they important?

DynAEs are initiatives that implement or contribute directly to the implementation of agro-ecological practices at the agro-ecosystem level, and that could also operate or impact at the higher level of the entire food system. Initiatives can be research activities, agricultural activities, farmer networks, approaches to co-creation and knowledge exchange, business, educational or training initiatives, awareness-raising activities, living laboratories, etc.