We are excited to announce a call for grant proposals from multidisciplinary research teams. This opportunity is designed to support collaborative research projects that address critical environmental and societal challenges. Important Dates: 14th August – Call for proposals opens 30st September– Deadline for applications 7th October – Announcement of the results 15th December – Report…
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The 5th International Multidisciplinary Conference for Young Researchers (MCYR) is organized by the BioResources and Technology Division (Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague) in collaboration with the AgriSciences Platform, the OSIRIS and COMUNIDAD projects. The MCYR 2024 conference aims to enable early career researchers from various disciplines to expand their professional networks, establish new collaborations and have insightful discussions with…
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Cooperation within projects aimed at capacity building and collaboration between CZU and selected partner universities in Ukraine has a long-standing tradition, which has managed to persist even in the current unfavourable situation caused by the war. Not only was the AgriSci-UA project successfully implemented in 2023, but the platform also expanded to include an additional partner. The State Biotechnological…
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Global climate change and the associated risks to food security are driving the expansion of irrigated agriculture in the Middle East, Africa, Central Asia and Europe. An increase in the share of irrigated agriculture can increase the productivity of agricultural land by an average of 25-35%. There are still unresolved issues regarding the feasibility and…
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Water is a fundamental and irreplaceable resource for life on Earth. In this new paper, we show the consequences of water security. The Biogas Research Team is continuously mapping the situation and outlining roadmaps for the post-war recovery period. The Russia-Ukraine war, which began in February 2022 and persists in 2024, has significantly damaged Ukraine’s…
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In the vast expanses of Ukraine, a subtle yet transformative force shapes the agrarian landscape – migration. The Russian invasion has cast a dark shadow over Ukraine’s agricultural sector, triggering a mass migration of skilled and unskilled workers from the nation’s verdant landscapes. This article explores the dynamic interplay between migration patterns and the agrarian…
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Within Ukraine’s forests, the enigmatic presence of mouflons reveals a complex interplay of ecological dynamics. Despite their modest numbers, these wild sheep contribute significantly to habitat management through their grazing behaviours. Recognizing their importance and implementing strategic conservation measures is essential to safeguarding Ukraine’s delicate ecological balance. Mouflons, the elusive and majestic wild sheep, have…
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Sustainable and cyclical water management is a critical challenge for the water supply and wastewater sector, given its important role in determining the economic value of water. Therefore, there is an urgent need to further explore business opportunities in this sector to maximise water potential. In this case, an important development sector is the addition…
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Dear colleagues, We invite you, students and any interested person to participate in the International Student Professional Creative Competition “Agrarian Sciences and Food”. The Competition is held in two stages: the first (in home HEIs) – December 2023 – March 2024; the second (on the basis of MNAU) – April – June 2024. Deadline for submission of…
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Beneath the surface of Ukraine’s fertile landscapes lies a silent crisis – polluted soils. This article goes into the intricacies of soil pollution, unravelling its effects on agriculture, ecosystems, and human health. Toxic smoke, contaminated rivers, poisoned soil, trees reduced to charred stumps, nature reserves pocked with craters: the environmental toll from Russia’s war with…
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