Category: News
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Consequences of the use of fumigants
Did you know?Fumigants have significant consequences on several key aspects such as the environment, health and the economy. In the coming weeks, we’ll be telling you about all of them. Don’t miss this series on the consequences of fumigants. We start with the effects of fumigants on the environment, an issue that concerns and occupies…
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Fewer bees due to pesticide use
Bees are essential for the pollination of many crops and wild plants, playing a crucial role in biodiversity and food security. However, bee populations have declined significantly in recent decades due to several factors, among which pesticides play a key role. Impact of Pesticides on Bees Specific Effects of Pesticides Measures to Protect Bees Protecting…
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LIFE NextFUMIGREEN and its commitment to low-input agriculture
The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) 2023-2027 introduces a new green architecture that promotes sustainable agricultural practices and the reduction of harmful pesticides. With the increase in regulations and environmental awareness, the search for sustainable alternatives has become more relevant In this context, the LIFE NextFUMIGREEN project is positioned as a key initiative to promote the…
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Watch the webinar “LIFE NextFUMIGREEN: New Toxic-Free Agriculture” now!
What is the current situation regarding the use of fumigants, what alternatives exist to align with the European Green Pact and environmental protection, what European programmes and upcoming calls are available for innovative projects that contribute to economic and environmental sustainability? The answers to all this were presented last Tuesday, 18th June, in the webinar…
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“Almeria is a leading province in the sustainable use of water and chemical products without any alert, something that differentiates us from other producers outside the EU”
The territorial delegate for Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development in Almeria, Antonio Bartolomé Mena Rubio, inaugurated yesterday at the headquarters of Tecnova, the webinar “LIFE NextFUMIGREEN: new toxic-free agriculture”. Organised by the Finnova Foundation, the hybrid event was part of the European Green Week 2024, and featured presentations by European experts who addressed the…
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Antonio Bartolomé Mena Rubio, Territorial Delegate for Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development in Almería, will open the webinar “LIFE NextFUMIGREEN: New Toxic-Free Agriculture.”
The Territorial Delegate of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development in Almeria, Antonio Bartolomé Mena Rubio, will inaugurate the webinar “LIFE NextFUMIGREEN: New Toxic-Free Agriculture” on Tuesday, 18 June, at 10:00 CEST at the Tecnova headquarters. Organised by the Finnova Foundation, the hybrid event is part of the European Green Week 2024 and will feature…
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LIFE NextFUMIGREEN, a project that responds to the European strategy “From Farm to Fork”, to ensure Sustainable Agriculture
Brussels, 27 May 2024- Reduce the use and risk of the most hazardous chemical pesticides by 50% by 2030. This is one of the objectives set out in the “Farm to Fork” strategy that was presented by the European Commission in May 2020 as part of the European Green Deal. This strategy, which aims to…
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NextFUMIGREEN celebrates LIFE’s 32nd Anniversary with a commitment to sustainability
BRUSSELS, 21 May – Today, LIFE NextFUMIGREEN joins the celebration of the 32nd anniversary of the LIFE Programme and the Natura 2000 network, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable development and the protection of biodiversity. The LIFE Programme is the only financial instrument of the European Union dedicated exclusively to the environment and climate action. Since…
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Promoting Circular Agriculture: The Use of Natural Pesticides
In a world where climate change threatens the health and well-being of millions of people, sustainable agriculture has become an urgent priority. A recent study published by The Bulletin reveals that more than 70% of the world’s workers are exposed to risks related to climate change, underscoring the need to address environmental challenges in a…
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LIFE NextFUMIGREEN celebrates International Mother Earth Day with a call to action for environmental sustainability
Brussels, 22 April 2024. In commemoration of International Mother Earth Day, LIFE NextFUMIGREEN reaffirms its commitment to sustainable agricultural practices and respect for the environment, highlighting the urgency of adopting natural alternatives to agrochemicals. The LIFE NextFumigreen project, supported by the European Union, is leading the shift towards greener agriculture by developing eco-friendly fumigation methods.…