Agroforestry - Innovation Conference

Main Topics of the Event:

1. Soil Quality and Restoration through Agroforestry Systems

How do agroforestry systems improve soil quality?

Halting soil degradation and promoting regeneration with agroforestry tools.

2. Water Management and Drought Resilience

The role of agroforestry in water retention and enhancing drought tolerance.

Natural water management solutions and irrigation strategies.

3. Carbon Sequestration and Combating Climate Change

Agroforestry as a carbon sink solution in agriculture.

How agroforestry systems can reduce the carbon footprint of agricultural activities.

3. Increasing Biodiversity and Sustainable Agriculture

The impact of agroforestry on preserving biological diversity.

The role and maintenance of ecosystem services through agroforestry systems.

4. Economic Benefits and Sustainability Models in Agriculture

The economic advantages of agroforestry systems, including cost reduction and income generation opportunities.

Examples of sustainable farming practices and financial benefits.

Achieving more stable and higher yields compared to traditional farming methods.

5. Integrating Agroforestry Systems into Traditional Farming

How trees and woody plants can be incorporated into existing agricultural systems.

Challenges and opportunities for producers.

Why Attend?

Our event offers insights into how agroforestry can become the foundation of sustainable and competitive agriculture. Experts and practicing farmers will share their experiences on improving soil quality, increasing biodiversity, and making production carbon-negative with tree-based systems. You will have the opportunity to explore the latest technological solutions and receive practical advice to make your farm more sustainable. Join us and discover the economic opportunities of the future of agriculture!

Program

9:30 – 10:00 Arrival and Registration

10:00 – 10:10 Opening

10:15 – 10:30
Dr. Zoltán Gergácz (Kányai Agricultural Ltd.)
The Most Pressing Challenges in Agriculture

10:35 – 10:50
Béla Glattfelder (EP Representative, Agroforestry Advocate)
Agroforestry as a Solution

10:55 – 11:10
Ottó Toldi (MCC College)
Agricultural Challenges and Climate Change

11:10 – 11:30 Coffee Break

11:35 – 11:50
Dr. József Steier (Emerald Technologies Ltd.)
The Paulownia Tree and Dispelling Misconceptions

12:00 – 12:30 Agroforestry Solutions in Practice

László Németh (Németh - fa)

Dr. József Steier (Emerald Technologies Ltd.)

Additional Speaker TBA

12:30 Lunch and Informal Networking

Information:

Agroforestry – A Solution to Agricultural Challenges?

Date:
December 3, 2024, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Location:
Figura Bistro, 8660 Tab, Kossuth Lajos Street 53.

Registration:
Participation requires prior registration. The ticket price includes access to the event and lunch, which can be selected during the registration process.

Ticket Purchase:
Tickets can be purchased after registration via the provided link. Availability is limited and tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Media Recording:
Photo, video, and audio recordings will be made during the event. By registering, participants consent to the creation and use of these recordings.

Data Protection:
Personal data will be handled and stored in compliance with the EU GDPR regulations.

We warmly invite all interested parties to join us in exploring the opportunities and solutions offered by agroforestry!

Registration
Participation in the conference requires registration. Please fill in the registration details below

Agroforestry - Innovation Conference

Location

Figura Bistro, Tab, Kossuth Lajos Street. 51, 8660

Hours

9:45 - 14:00