A pilot network for organic climate farming

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A pilot network of climate organic farming

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250 farms from 12 countries across Europe

Networking and Peer-to-peer learning

On-farm climate data collection and strategies

THE APPROACH

Using the power of organic farming to reach EU climate goals

The EU aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. In the agricultural sector, the EU sees organic farming in a key role to achieve this goal, as it promotes practices that support climate change mitigation with additional co-benefits for the environment.

The OrganicClimateNET Project acts as a model for the European organic sector to enable farmers to integrate climate farming, thereby enhancing their capacity to mitigate and adapt to climate change.

THE APPROACH

Our goal is to transform organic farming across the EU

With the goal of increasing organic farming to 25% by 2030, the EU acknowledges the pivotal role organic agriculture can play in achieving a climate-neutral Europe by 2050 and meeting other environmental targets.

However, reaching these milestones requires enhancing the capacity of organic farms to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and enhance carbon sequestration.

250 farms from 12 countries across Europe

Networking and Peer-to-peer learning

On-farm climate data collection and strategies

OrganicClimateNET in a nutshell

Enabling farmers to integrate organic climate farming

OrganicClimateNET will establish a network involving and supporting 250 organic farms to spearhead the integration of organic climate farming. Facilitated by trained advisors, farmers will engage in dynamic peer-to-peer learning and knowledge exchanges within 24 hubs across 12 EU countries.

Knowledge Network

Build a pioneering national Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation System (nAKIS) for organic climate farming, acting as a prototype for future expansion across the European organic sector.

Tools & Methods

Provide and test tools & methods such as trainings, knowledge material and peer-to-peer learnings, making them easily accessible for farmers and advisors.

Climate Farming Strategies

Support farms to calculate carbon assessements and develop individual farm-climate-strategies, linking it with potential rewarding schemes.

Research & Policy

Analyse and prepare data on climate impact of organic, conduct policy workshops and provide a policy action plan to ensure support for farmers.

OrganicClimateNET in a nutshell

Climate-smart, organic solutions for sustainable farming

OrganicClimateNET aims at establishing a network of 250 organic farms. These farms will serve as pioneers, spearheading the adaptation, testing, and implementation of climate and carbon farming practices. Facilitated by trained advisors, farmers will engage in dynamic peer-to-peer learning and knowledge exchanges within 24 hubs across 12 EU countries.

Pilot Network

OrganicClimateNET is establishing a pioneering network of 250 organic farms across 12 EU countries to test and implement climate-smart agriculture practices.

Knowledge Exchange

Through 24 hubs equipped with trained advisors, farmers will engage in peer-to-peer exchanges to maximise learning and innovation.

Carbon Farming Strategies

Participating farms will undergo comprehensive carbon assessments and develop tailored strategies, setting standards for sustainable practices in the organic sector.

Research & Impact

The project includes evaluating carbon farming business models, quantifying emission reductions, and developing a sustainability plan for long-term knowledge exchange and support.

THE REASON BEHIND

Climate & organic farming: making a natural symbiosis future-fit

Organic climate farming refers to an agricultural approach that links organic farming principles with climate farming practices.

The principles of organic farming promote a healthy planet, integrating ecological systems and natural cycles in its work. This approach benefits healthy soils, promotes biodiversity, and provides other co-benefits leading to resilient farming systems.

By incorporating a particular climate perspective into these principles, organic climate farming will contribute to increasing climate resilience and supporting wider climate change mitigation activities.

THE REASON BEHIND

Decoding the essence of organic farming

Organic climate farming refers to an agricultural approach that links organic farming principles with climate-smart agriculture.

By incorporating a particular climate perspective into these principles, organic climate farming will contribute to increasing resilience and supporting wider climate change mitigation activities.

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The opportunity

OrganicClimateNET isn’t just another project – it’s a game-changer for our economy and environment. By promoting organic farming, it creates job opportunities and boosts rural development.

But that’s not all! This initiative also champions sustainability by reducing harmful chemicals, protecting ecosystems, and fighting climate change.

And guess what? It’s good for you too! With healthier food options, OrganicClimateNET supports your well-being while meeting public health goals. Plus, as consumer demand for organic products skyrockets, it fuels market growth.

17 partners

Involving extension, farming associations, research.

14 countries

Allowing exchange between countries with a mature organic sector and countries where organic farming is less developed.

4 years

Starting in February 2024 and ending in January 2028.

Meet the consortium