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Farmland birds, key indicators of ecosystem health, have suffered significant declines across Europe in recent decades. © David Paniagua, Shutterstock.com
Satellites help chart a future for Europe’s disappearing farmland birds

Farmland birds have declined dramatically across Europe, signalling wider ecological problems. Researchers are using satellite data and AI to identify ...

Researchers are selecting seedlings for genetic diversity to help Europe’s forests survive future threats. © Gregor Skoberne, 2025
The hidden biodiversity battle to save Europe’s forests

Forests across Europe are struggling with drought, fire and disease. Researchers working to future-proof them say one of the answers lies in their ...

Grazing animals can help to regenerate soils depleted by conventional agriculture. © Ana Vila, Inxenia DT, 2026
Why restoring soil health is a win-win for farmers and the environment

More than half of Europe’s soils are degraded. Researchers are showing that restoring soil through better farming makes both ecological and financial ...

Commercial greenhouses in Europe are testing new energy and water efficiency technologies in support of the green transition.

Female-led rural enterprise will help Europe achieve its environmental goals, according to an EU-funded expert.

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Farmers, companies and consumers are all helping spur improvements in EU agricultural production and diets.

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EU researchers are seeking to expand supplies of clean aviation fuels by producing more from agricultural sources.

Research is helping strawberries and raspberries become more resilient to climate change and snacks become healthier.

As the environmental and economic costs of industrial farming grow, so do opportunities to spur an ecological change.

Consumer demand in the EU is growing for more sustainable food production.

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In addition to generating clean energy, sea locations with turbines could be used to grow mussels, oysters and seaweed.

Making diets kinder to the environment and better for people’s health requires root-and-branch changes in production and consumption.

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Better use of grass-covered areas across the EU can protect nature and strengthen agriculture.