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Call for Grants: Development of Small Community Projects

We are excited to announce the Grants for Development of Small Community Projects initiative, aimed at empowering small communities, particularly at our partner universities in Ukraine. This program supports projects that promote sustainable practices, strengthen community engagement, and address local challenges. About the Grants The grants will fund small-scale projects in areas such as: Modernization…
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Reclaiming the Land: Fruit and Berry Cultivation in Post-Military Operation Zones

The potential of using existing table grape variety biodiversity to meet the usefulness of the human diet is a key component of improving the existing cultivation of fruit products within the framework of modern agricultural development strategies. The purpose of this study was to establish the possibilities of meeting the needs of the population for…
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Optimizing SeedInoculation – A Study on the Simulation of Fluid Movement in a Seeding Tube

Currently, because of military actions in Ukraine, the prices of mineral fertilizers have increased dramatically. Therefore, a large number of agricultural producers cannot afford to use them to increase productivity. One of the means to minimize this problem due to a relatively low price, is biofertilizers or inoculants that contain effective microorganisms. For their use,…
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Inside Look: Researching Forest Ecosystems and Herb Layer Populations

At Sumy National Agrarian University, our research focuses on understanding the crucial role that plant populations, particularly those of the herbaceous layer, play in the stability of forest ecosystems. Forests are dynamic systems where the herb layer acts as a key indicator of environmental health, contributing significantly to nutrient cycling, soil structure, and biodiversity conservation.…
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New paper published! Modern methods of soil remediation – Phytoremediation as a key to soil purification and ecosystem preservation

The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency and potential of phytoremediation technologies in the restoration and purification of soils contaminated by heavy metals and other pollutants to reduce the negative impact on natural and anthropogenic ecosystems due to the war in Ukraine. The issue of soil remediation in Ukraine is extremely relevant…
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Learning by Example: Reflections on a Mobility Trip to CZU, Prague

The AgriSciences Platform provides an exciting mobility program designed to foster international collaboration and support researchers. The mobility grants offer a unique opportunity for researchers to visit the Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague (CZU) and engage in cutting-edge research projects. Enjoy reading about a recent mobility recipients’ impression! The cooperation between the Czech University…
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New paper published! Risk Assessment as a Tool to Improve Water Resource Management

Today, water ecosystems are threatened by water pollution problems (e.g. eutrophication, micropollutants, microplastics, etc.), increasing water demand, and increased probability of extraordinary events (e.g., fish poisoning, floods, etc.). When bodies of water become contaminated, their value for fisheries diminishes, and they may no longer meet the requirements for agricultural use, thereby disrupting key ecosystem services.…
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Invitation to an Upcoming Lecture Series by Experts from the Czech University of Life Sciences

Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to invite you to participate in a series of online lectures organized within AgriSci-UA Platform, presented by experts from the Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague. Upon attendance, each participant will receive a certificate of participation, which will be distributed a few days after the lecture. To register, please complete the…
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New paper published! Recycling and decontamination of organic waste in Ukraine: Current state, technologies and prospects for the biogas industry

The rapid development of intensive livestock farms has been taking place in recent decades. Many livestock farms are located near natural ecosystems and water sources. This creates significant environmental problems due to the generation of large amounts of manure and industrial wastewater. One of the possible options for minimizing such a negative impact is controlled…
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Gone with the War: How to Minimize the Negative Impacts of War-Induced Migration on Ukrainian Agriculture

Authors: Ruslana Zadorozhna, Associate Professor of the Department of Entrepreneurship, Trade and Exchange Activity, Bila Tserkva National Agrarian University Tetiana Stepanova, Associate Professor of the Technology of Nutrition Department, Sumy National Agrarian University Providing food for the rapidly growing world population is one of humanity’s largest challenges. Because of this, limited natural resources—especially arable land…
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