Research Articles
Pasture for Life – Biodiversity Case Studies
By Dr Shyama Vermeersch, PfL Research Team – We examine some of the most common methods to farm for – and with – biodiversity, look at how to turn biodiversity efforts into economic profits, and where to look for support to embark on this journey. We do this by highlighting examples from our thirty biodiversity case studies, which we hope you will feel inspired to read in more detail.
Proof is in the Pasture! Research and insights on the benefits of pasture-based systems
This month, we’ve been highlighting our latest research and insights on the benefits of pasture-based farming on biodiversity, farm finances, soil health, carbon levels, nutrition, public goods, and more. Learn from a roster of the latest studies and insightful articles from our Research Team and partner organisations.
Feed or Food? How Livestock Factor into the Land-Use Debate
In a biodiversity depleted world facing increasing inequality and catastrophic climate change – can we really justify unnecessary (and frequently destructive) forms of land use? By Pasture for Life Research Officer Charlotte Wheeler.
The value of a more comprehensive assessment of agroecological farm systems
Laurence Smith, a member of the PfL Research Group at the University of Reading, makes the case for the need for a more comprehensive view of farm sustainability. He has co-authored this paper advocating for the integration of holistic sustainability assessment tools with life cycle analysis (LCA) to achieve a thorough evaluation of agroecological systems, that doesn’t overlook the multifunctional role of agricultural landscapes that provide ecosystem services and wider benefits to rural society.
Introducing our MSc Placement Student from University of Reading
We are pleased to welcome Maxwell Abonyo Gero to our team through the Pathways Early Career Researcher programme. Maxwell has visited several farms in the South Downs National Park participating in our Pasture and Profit in Protected Landscapes programme, and shares his findings.