“Intercropping gives us an opportunity to work with nature”: Jerry Alford on sustainable farming
Jerry Alford from the LEGUMINOSE project explains how intercropping addresses the challenges of monoculture farming.
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Intercropping in Spain: Insights from Spanish farmers
How are Spanish farmers adopting intercropping? Learn about their experiences, key challenges, and why they see potential in this sustainable practice.
Intercropping in the UK: Field trial results
How does intercropping in the UK affect yields and farm profitability? The latest results from our 2024 field trials show increased land efficiency, higher crop resilience, and strong economic returns. Discover the key findings and how intercropping can benefit UK farmers
“Coordinating research across Europe is an exciting challenge”: Magdalena Frąc on LEGUMINOSE
Healthy soils are the cornerstone of sustainable agriculture. LEGUMINOSE is dedicated to preserving and enhancing soil health through legume-cereal intercropping. In this interview, Magdalena Frąc, a leading agricultural scientist and … Read more
Legume-cereal intercropping: Research insights on benefits, challenges and adoption strategies
Curious about grain legume-cereal intercropping? Our latest research reveals key benefits, challenges, and strategies for adoption. Learn how this practice can boost soil health, yields, and sustainability.
“We will shift towards more plant-based diets”: Jim Rasmussen on the future of sustainable agriculture
Jim Rasmussen from the LEGUMINOSE project discusses the benefits of intercropping.
“We are creating a two-way communication channel”: Shamina Imran Pathan on engaging farmers in LEGUMINOSE
Shamina Imran Pathan of the LEGUMINOSE project highlights the importance of two-way communication with farmers to promote legume-cereal intercropping.
Intercropping 101: A practical guide for farmers
Curious about intercropping legumes and cereals?
This practical guide answers key questions about soil health, pest control, harvesting, and market opportunities for farmers.
Soil microbes: The hidden world beneath our feet
Soil microbes play key roles in nutrient cycling, plant health, and sustainable agriculture. We are exploring the microbial communities in legume-cereal intercropping.
From field to future: The impact of living labs
Together with farmers, we are trying legume-cereal intercropping on 180 farms in 9 countries? But what exactly are living labs and how do they contribute to shaping sustainable agriculture?