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Automatic Milking in PDO Cheese Sectors: Between Tradition and Technology

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German, French.

Effects of Pre-Flowering Removal of Main Leaves or Lateral Shoots

An Agroscope study shows that pre-flowering removal of the main leaves instead of the lateral shoots appears to be a viable practice with a moderate effect on both yield potential and must composition.

Swiss Agricultural Research

Dual Relationship with Two Fungi Makes Trees Fitter

Several tree species form a symbiotic relationship with two different groups of mycorrhiza fungi at the same time. These trees cope better when water and nutrients are in short supply.

Research on Communal Food Production and Community-Supported Agriculture

Community gardens, allotments and community-supported agriculture are central to sustainable, resilient food systems. Furthermore, tailored communication about the personal benefits can motivate diverse non-members to join.

14.05.2025

Soil Analysis with Portable Spectrometers

13.05.2025

Experience Agroscope Research on 1 July

12.05.2025

Targeted greening to control track-side vegetation

08.05.2025

Swiss Agricultural Policy and its Impact on Greenhouse-Gas Emissions from Agriculture

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Plant Production

Plant protection, variety breeding and testing, optimisation of cultivation techniques - for agroecological production systems

Food

Qualitative and sensorial analyses of foodstuffs for a high-quality, healthy diet and safe food.

Livestock

Research on bees, horses, pigs and ruminants as well as official inspection of their feed - for economic and animal-friendly husbandry.

Environment and Resources

Research for an agricultural sector that preserves biodiversity as well as soil, air and water quality against the backdrop of climate change.

Economics and Technology

Socioeconomic analyses of agricultural labour, income monitoring, digitisation and smart farming – for an economic and socially sustainable agriculture.

Experimental Stations

Virtual or physical stations where researchers and practitioners together work together in co-creation to develop solutions for a sustainable agricultural sector.

Focus

Targeted greening to control track-side vegetation

To reduce the use of herbicides to control track-side vegetation, the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) commissioned Agroscope and HEPIA to develop a low-growing plant mix for the track area.