SIMA Innovation Awards – The Winners of 2021
SIMA, the international agricultural fair in Paris, has been postponed several times due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The fair will eventually go on from November…
No-till increases yield
In a comparative test between No-till and conventionally sown wheat, it was found that in dry conditions there was an increased yield when the soil…
Agritechnica postponed to 2022
The DLG has decided to postpone Agritechnica to early 2022 due to the ongoing problems caused by the covid crisis. The organiser announced the decision…
EU approves 3 Protected Geographical Indications
The European Commission has approved the application for inclusion of three products from Hungaria and Croatia respectively in the Register of Protected Geographical Indications (PGI):…
Biogas production expected to double by 2030
Biogas production is growing in European countries and represents a valuable alternative for many farmers. The European Biogas Association (EBA) foresees a doubling of…
Marielle Schalk: “we can’t go green when we are in the red”
A lot has happened in the last few weeks. It all started with the first article in the ‘cattle factories’ series by Flemish newspaper De…
Commission extends aid package for the wine sector
Yesterday, the Commission decided to extend the exceptional support package for the wine sector by one year. The aid measures will be available until…
Jannes Maes steps down as CEJA President
During an extraordinary General Assembly on January 19th, Jannes Maes announced he would step down from his Presidency to pursue a new professional opportunity….
Fewer farmers but more accidents in Flanders
In Flanders, the number of farmers and horticulturalists is declining. However, the number of accidents on agricultural and horticultural businesses is increasing, according to…
Column: A small donation can help to reach a big goal
In my previous column I already told you about my plans for growing strawberries in a greenhouse. The idea alone already generated a lot of…