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As the leader of the Swiss National Network within FarmBioNet, Dr Corinne Zurbruegg, bridges research, policy, and on-farm practice. In this interview, she shares insights on what is working well, the challenges that remain, and the biggest opportunities for biodiversity-friendly farming.

Global initiatives are stepping in to restore degraded lands - for biodiversity and for people alike. These efforts do more than increase species counts; they aim to reconnect people, food and nature in ways that could shape the coming decades.

Biodiversity is essential for all of us. While individual actions matter, protecting biodiversity is not something we can achieve alone. It requires coordinated, long-term efforts from everyone, including farmers, foresters, researchers, advisors, policymakers and local communities. Only by working together can we support biodiversity effectively and create landscapes that are both: productive and healthy.

Our 12 National networks are steadily growing and becoming more active each day, united by a shared goal - protecting and promoting biodiversity. These networks have already organised their first workshops, providing participants with the opportunity to learn more about biodiversity-friendly farming (BFF) practices and to exchange valuable knowledge and experiences.

Without urgent action, up to one million species, out of an estimated eight million worldwide, are at risk of extinction. In this article, we explore European biodiversity status and the greatest threats driving its decline.

We are excited to announce our partnership with RestPoll, a Horizon Europe project dedicated to restoring pollinator habitats across agricultural landscapes in Europe. This strategic collaboration represents a significant step forward in adopting, expanding, and sharing biodiversity-friendly farming practices.

This update highlights some of the key achievements so far, showcasing how our collective efforts are advancing the mission to promote friendly farming practices and foster knowledge exchange among farmers, researchers, and other stakeholders across Europe.

AGRI4POL and FarmBioNet are both Horizon Europe projects committed to advancing biodiversity across Europe. Recognising the importance of collaboration to maximise impact, AGRI4POL and FarmBioNet have joined forces to broaden their outreach and engagement.

Farmers are the heart of agriculture, and the choices they make shape not only what ends up on our plates but also the health of the ecosystems around us. In this article, we will explore the concept of Biodiversity-Friendly Farming (BFF) practices, which is an essential first step toward more resilient agriculture.

Since farmland covers most of Europe’s land, the way we manage it plays a key role in helping to halt biodiversity loss. Here is how farmland biodiversity benefits not just farmers, but society as a whole.

Explore why biodiversity matters and why its protection is essential for a healthier, more sustainable future.