Stratus
Connecting advisors across Europe to accelerate knowledge creation and sharing on Integrated Fertilization Management.
The Project in a nutshell
27
EU Countries
60
Months
18
Organizations
4
Million euros
113
Cross-visits
60
On-farm
demonstrations
104
Good
practices
48
Best
practices
Last News
Developing Sustainable Agriculture Through Global Collaboration
Creating sustainable agricultural systems is a global challenge that demands robust networks of knowledge sharing and innovation. A recent example of such collaboration took place at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), a STRATUS partner, during a study visit...
A network of advisors specializing in efficient fertilization
The STRATUS project is based on creating a network of advisors specializing in efficient fertilization. This network consists of various entities specialized in precision agriculture, organic fertilizers, soil quality, and advisory services for farmers and ranchers....
Showcasing the latest advances driving innovation in precision farming.
One of the challenges of practicing integrated fertilization management to increase production and input efficiency in agriculture is designing better systems for fertilizer use. This was the focus of the event hosted by STRATUS partner ILVO (Flanders Research...
Paula Resano
COORDINATOR OF THE PROJECT
Instituto Navarro de Tecnologías e Infraestructuras Agroalimentarias SA (INTIA)
“Advisors play a crucial role in helping farmers apply optimal fertilization techniques, especially admits high prices and shortages due to the war in Ukraine, which caused a 149% increase in fertilizer prices in September 2022 compared to 2021. They are key sources of information and drive innovation adoption among farmers. Under the new CAP, advisors must be integrated into the MS Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS) and address economic, environmental, and social domains. This requieres them to stay updated on research and innovations while also deploying soft skills to adapt knowledge to local contexts.”