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University of Ljubljana – Field Trip: Rural Slovenia and Woman-led Innovation

Meeting Point: Bus Stop Mirje  1st stop: Borovnica   Ambassador Innovation Journey by Ms Saša Kržič from Microgreens Šebenik    Our first stop will be in the rural area close to Ljubljana, in village Borovnica, where we will meet Slovenian Ambassador Ms Saša Kržič, a pioneer in the cultivation of microgreens in Slovenia. After difficulties at the […]

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FLIARA Project Shines at the 35th International Geographical Congress in Dublin

On August 29th, 2024, the FLIARA (Female-Led Innovation in Agriculture and Rural Areas) project took centre stage at the 35th International Geographical Congress (IGC) in Dublin, marking a significant moment for the discourse on sustainable futures in rural spaces. The presentation, led by Maura B. Farrell, Louise Weir, and Aisling Murtagh from the University of

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Mieke Elzenga: Redefining Rural Innovation through Sustainable Living

In the serene, green landscape of the Netherlands, Mieke Elzenga is quietly revolutionising the way communities interact with land and sustainability. As the founder of LiberTerra, a unique nature reserve and sustainable community, Mieke has become a beacon of innovation in rural development, showcasing how abandoned agricultural spaces can be transformed into thriving centres of

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Beyond the Wheel: How Alexandra Larsson Is Reshaping Swedish Driving Education

Alexandra Larsson is redefining an industry and empowering her community from a small town in central Sweden. Though she once dreamt of a globetrotting life, her calling emerged in the country’s tranquil rural expanse, where she embarked on a venture that would transform her initial ambitions into a new kind of success. “My name is

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Weaving Tradition and Innovation: Blátnaid Gallagher’s Journey with the Galway Wool Co-op

In the heart of East Galway in Ireland, near the historic village of Aughrim, Blátnaid Gallagher is not just promoting local wool but also reviving a tradition that intertwines sustainability and heritage. Blátnaid, along with her husband Niall, has dedicated herself to the wool industry, transforming her ancestral farm into a hub of innovation and

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