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Time Travel through the Lens of Cheese: An Alpine cheese from Valais Recounts 142 Years of Microbial History
An international research team headed by Agroscope examined cheeses produced at an alpine cheese dairy in Valais between 1875 and 2017. The microorganisms found in these cheeses are a unique testimony to the evolution of agriculture and food technology over time.
Updated Varietal Profiles for Swiss Cider Apples
Agroscope has revised the publication Beschreibung wertvoller Mostapfelsorte (Description of useful cider apple varieties). As well as adding four varieties to the list, the information about cultivation and juice quality has also been updated. Robust varieties for Swiss production are the primary focus.
‘agroscope’ Magazine, September 2026: Highlighting Future Prospects
The current issue focuses on digitalisation in the agriculture and food sector. It also deals with the environmental impact of foods, the economic viability of goat milk production and new Agroscope infrastructure in Posieux (Canton of Fribourg).
Farming Machinery Price Rises Remain Moderate
The Cost Catalogue 2026 is the first since 2022 to again be based on a complete survey of machinery prices. Despite inflation and rising production costs, prices have risen only moderately, thanks to the strong Swiss franc.
Flavescence Dorée: Reducing Disease Pressure by Managing Hazel Bushes
A study conducted in Ticino by Agroscope and the Federal Research Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape WSL shows that coppicing hazel bushes in the vicinity of vineyards can sustainably reduce populations of Orientus ishidae, an alternative vector of flavescence dorée.
Preparing the Potato Sector for Future Challenges
Further information is available in the following languages: German, French, Italian
Yellow Nutsedge: Field Trial to Investigate Effective Control Strategies
Further information is available in the following languages: German, French, Italian
Soil Quality and Soil Cover: Science, Practice and Advisory Service working hand in hand
Further information is available in the following languages: German, French, Italian
What Buried Underpants Reveal about the Soil
Five years ago, volunteers throughout Switzerland buried cotton underpants to measure soil-life activity. The results of this experiment now show that soil-life activity is above all influenced by type of land use.
Recycle4Bio Project Closing Event: Register now
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