Goal
The main goal of the project is the development, testing, validation, and implementation of systemic solutions that significantly improve resilience to climate change for communities and stakeholders operating within and beyond four key agricultural subsectors: (i) water-food nexus, (ii) agroforestry, (iii) organic crop production, and (iv) livestock farming, within the Pannonian biogeographical area.
The project will contribute to the EU vision for 2050, which relates to climate resilience, by supporting agriculture in the PBA region to adopt innovative sustainable solutions. The project is based on a systemic approach, where solutions are developed with the participation of all stakeholders in the value chain. ClimaPannonia will support three key EU climate change strategies: smarter, more systematic, and faster adaptation. Decision-makers will be involved in the process, and results will be aligned with the ClimateADAPT platform and other projects for the EU’s transition to climate resilience.
The ClimaPannonia project aims to increase the climate resilience of the agricultural sector in the Pannonian biogeographical region through the development and implementation of systemic solutions in four key agricultural subsectors:
- Water resources and food sector – Smart water usage to mitigate droughts through the implementation of natural solutions for water retention, improving agricultural productivity, and protecting biodiversity.
- Agroforestry – Development of sustainable agroforestry methods, including food production in tree-shaded systems, optimizing water resource management, and increasing crop resilience to extreme weather conditions.
- Organic crop production – Improving crop rotation systems, intercropping, and the use of green fertilizers to increase soil fertility, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance resilience to climate change.
- Cattle farming – Reducing methane emissions through the use of probiotics, ozonated water, and organic acids, as well as sustainable manure management using black soldier fly larvae.
Methodology: The project includes the development of regional strategies, their operationalization through concrete projects, and the testing of systemic solutions at demonstration sites (Deep-Demonstrators).
- Introduction of a digital application (DigApp) for monitoring climate resilience data in agriculture.
- Replication and validation of solutions in new contexts, both within and outside the Pannonian region.
- Collaboration with policymakers to support the implementation of Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) strategies and national strategic plans.
Expected results:
- Improved resilience of agricultural communities to climate change.
- Implementation of innovative business models for sustainable agricultural practices.
- Reduction of economic, ecological, and social losses caused by climate change.
- Education and empowerment of farmers through training and skill development for the implementation of innovative solutions.
The project brings together partners from several European countries and integrates technological, natural, and business innovations to enable the transition to a more sustainable and resilient agricultural sector in the Pannonian region.
