When Anja Frey speaks about her work, her voice carries a mix of determination and warmth. A farmer, value chain manager, and passionate advocate for animal welfare, she has spent more than two decades reshaping the way calves are raised on dairy farms. Today, she leads a pioneering effort in southern Germany that combines sustainable […]
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In the shadow of the Ostrava-Karviná coal mine basin, where heavy industry once defined the rhythm of life, a different kind of transformation is quietly taking root. On 11 hectares of gleaming high-tech greenhouses in Dolní Lutyně, Bezdínek Ltd. is growing not only tomatoes, cucumbers, and honey but also a new vision for sustainable living
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It was during the FLIARA Community of Practice event in Ireland—buzzing with conversation, collaboration, and shared ideals—that we had the chance to sit down with Annette Harberink, a leading voice in biodynamic agriculture in the Netherlands. In a sea of innovation narratives, hers stands out not just for its vision but for its grit and
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The European and Connacht Sheep Shearing and Woolhandling Championships, Shearfest 2025, which took place from May 31st to June 1st, 2025, served as a significant opportunity for the FLIARA Project to engage with key stakeholders in Ireland. The event, which drew elite competitors from across the globe, also hosted important discussions on empowering farm women
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Four inspiring Slovenian female innovators and social entrepreneurs, deeply rooted in rural Slovenia, shared their journeys and insights on the challenges and advantages of being women in agriculture and rural areas during a lively roundtable discussion held on March 18th, 2025. The event, organised by the University of Ljubljana’s Faculty of Arts as part of
Co. Kildare, Ireland – March 6th, 2025 – The Agricultural Science Association (ASA) and Macra’s joint International Women’s Day lunch event, held at the Lawlor’s Hotel in Co.Kildare, Ireland, focusing on empowerment and progress in agriculture, saw a strong presence from the FLIARA project. The event, held in support of Breast Cancer Ireland, drew a
The event, entitled Women Step into Farming, was organised by the delegation of the European Commission Representation in Ireland in collaboration with the Irish Department of Agriculture, Food, and the Marine (DAFM) to mark International Women’s Day 2025. Moderated by Agriland editor Stella Meehan, the event highlighted the achievements of women in the sector while
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The FLIARA Project is proud to highlight the remarkable journey of Ursula Kelly, one of Ireland’s FLIARA Ambassadors, whose leadership in agricultural innovation is reshaping the industry. Featured in a compelling article by the Irish Farmers Journal, Ursula’s story is one of perseverance, breaking barriers, and fostering competition in a historically monopolised sector. A Legacy
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Rende, Italy—January 29-30, 2025 – The FLIARA project (Female-Led Innovation in Agriculture and Rural Areas) successfully hosted its 3rd Community of Practice (CoP) in Rende, Province of Cosenza, Italy, bringing together over 70 participants from across Europe, including researchers, policymakers, rural innovators, and representatives from agricultural and community organisations. Organised in collaboration with the University
On October 22, 2024, the European Association for Innovation in Local Development (AEIDL) hosted an insightful CODECS webinar on addressing gender inequalities in EU agricultural areas, with a special focus on the role of digital innovation. Held just a week after the International Day of Rural Women, the event highlighted the intersection of gender, agriculture,
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