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European Bee Award

The European Bee Award call for applications is open!
We reward farmers, landowners, research institutes, private and public organizations, as well as academia, for developing outstanding and innovative projects that protect bees or other pollinators and help preserve biodiversity.

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ForumforAg Annual Conference

Tuesday, March 26, 2024
The Forum for the Future of Agriculture is the premiere meeting place to debate sustainable agriculture and environmental challenges. Since 2008, the Forum is where agriculture and environment meet for an open dialogue, both online and in-person.

Recording available

The European Landowners' Organization

ELO is dedicated to advancing a sustainable countryside, raising awareness on environmental and agricultural concerns. We are a unique federation of associations from Europe, dedicated to representing the interests of landowners, land managers, and rural entrepreneurs.

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CountrySide Magazine

For nearly 26 years, our magazine has been the voice of land managers and rural entrepreneurs, fostering discussion and sharing best practices. We connect agriculture, the environment, and rural businesses, showcasing ELO's projects and policy updates. The CountrySide Magazine fuels impactful discourse.

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Wildlife Estates

The WE Label promotes collaboration between private and public actors to show that land managers' work aligns with biodiversity conservation principles. This has involved the creation of National Delegations to engage with both private and public actors, such as NGOs, administrative bodies, universities, independent scientists, and even companies.

Wildlife Estate

Shaping the European Landscape: ELO's diverse policy focus on vital areas

We work towards a sustainable and resilient future; from enhancing food security and navigating the intricacies of agricultural policy to supporting sustainable food systems and advocating for biodiversity strategies, our commitment is resolute.

We also actively address matters such as land access, soil health, and forest management, reflecting our dedication to environmental well-being. Delve into the list below to explore our multifaceted approach to policy advancement.

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European Landowners' Organization in 2023

67

Members organizations

5,800

Event participants

54

Events organized

29

Active projects

8

Awards and Labels

32

Team members

Our projects shape a sustainable future

Our initiatives center on areas such as agricultural policy, biodiversity strategies, climate change mitigation, cultural heritage preservation, land conservation, community building and beyond. We are actively working to forge positive change.

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