FARMWISE partner – UEA expert – contributes to global report on risks from water use in agrifood systems
Reliable access to sufficient and safe water is essential for food security. However, water systems globally are under unprecedented pressure. An academic from UEA has contributed to a major global report on the chemical risks from water use in agrifood systems – with arsenic, lead and PFAS among those identified as posing a risk to human […]
Strengthening Water Security Investment in Eastern Europe: New OECD Insights
How can countries strengthen investment in water security at a time of growing climate, infrastructure, and governance pressures? A new analytical paper developed under the EU4Environment – Water Resources and Environmental Data Programme offers timely insights into this question for the EU’s Eastern Partner Countries. The study applies the OECD Water Investment Scorecard to assess […]
Bringing Futures Thinking to the Field: FARMWISE at MACFRUT and Acqua Campus
How can Europe’s agri-food systems remain productive under growing pressure from climate change, water scarcity, and soil degradation? This question is increasingly shaping conversations across the FARMWISE project, and it was brought into sharp focus during a FARMWISE futures session hosted at MACFRUT, Italy’s leading international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sector. The […]
FARMWISE research showcased at leading European soil and geoscience events
FARMWISE researchers have recently presented new results at two major international scientific meetings, using poster sessions to share early findings, exchange ideas with peers, and strengthen the project’s visibility within the wider soil, water, and agricultural research communities. Together, these contributions highlight how FARMWISE is advancing evidence-based approaches to nutrient management, soil protection, and climate-resilient […]
Biochar Field Trials at Acqua Campus Mark a Major Step Forward for Sustainable Orchard Management in FARMWISE
A significant new phase of the Italian FARMWISE case study is underway at Acqua Campus, where technicians from the experimental centre — together with Professor Agnieszka Medyńska-Juraszek from the University of Environmental and Life Sciences in Wrocław (UPWr), Poland — have launched a detailed investigation into the use of biochar in orchard systems. This work […]
FARMWISE Workshop Explores Future Scenarios for Water Management in Dutch Agriculture
On 28 October, FARMWISE partners hosted a focused online workshop titled “Toekomstscenario’s voor waterbeheer in de landbouw” or “Future scenarios for water management in agriculture” to explore how climate change, irrigation strategies, and emerging technologies will shape the future of water management in Dutch agriculture. Facilitated by Wageningen University, the session brought together 12 participants, […]
FARMWISE Takes the Stage at Water Innovation Europe 2025 — Driving Digital & Resource Recovery Solutions for a Water-Smart Agriculture Future
FARMWISE is pleased to share that Amir Naghibi, Assistant Professor at Lund University, represented the FARMWISE Project at Water Innovation Europe 2025 — a flagship annual event organised by Water Europe, held on 27–28 October 2025 in Copenhagen. The event brought together leading EU-funded initiatives, industry innovators, policy makers, and water-sector pioneers to accelerate Europe’s […]
New DG ENV Newsletter: “Water Wise Farming” – Key Messages for Sustainable Water Use in Agriculture
📢 Latest insights now available for the FARMWISE community – take part in Europe’s first Water Resilience Forum! The European Commission’s Directorate-General for Environment (DG ENV) has released a new edition of its official newsletter, “Water Wise Farming” — highlighting how smarter water management in agriculture is essential for Europe’s environmental resilience and food security. […]
UEA Showcases Agri‑Tech Innovation at the Royal Norfolk Show
Norwich, UK – The University of East Anglia–FARMWISE team participated across both days of the Royal Norfolk Show (25–26 June 2025), hosted in the Agri‑TechE Innovation Hub (Stand 333) at the Norfolk Showground. Team members Kevin Hiscock, Andrew Lovett, Richard Cooper, and Natasha Balashova engaged with visitors to highlight the project’s innovative contributions to sustainable farming […]
Optimizing Water Management in Agriculture: Controlled Drainage with Sub irrigation
A collaborative study conducted by leading research institutions, including KWR Water Research Institute, Wageningen University & Research, KnowH2O, and Vrije University Amsterdam, has provided valuable insights into the potential of CDSI systems. This research highlights how automated control of drainage levels can significantly reduce external water supply requirements while maintaining, or even improving, crop productivity. […]
