Belleuropa Award 2026

Honours German Gamazo for El Cristo and Valdecasillas Estates

Covering 3,500 hectares, the estates are remarkable examples of the harmonious balance between traditional land use, sustainable agriculture, and biodiversity conservation.

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Belgian Tree of the Year

Do you know a remarkable tree in Flanders or Brussels? Nominate it before 6 July. We're looking for trees with unique stories, rich histories, and strong ties to their communities.

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2026 Regional Event Ireland

On 2 June 2026, the Forum for the Future of Agriculture hosted a regional conference in Dublin, bringing together stakeholders to discuss the future of sustainable agriculture and the environment.

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CountrySide Magazine

Look back on last year's achievements with the May/June CountrySide Magazine, out now!

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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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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.

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About ELO

The European Landowners’ Organization (ELO) is a unique federation of associations from Europe, dedicated to representing the interests of landowners, farmers, foresters, and rural entrepreneurs.

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About ELO

The European Landowners’ Organization (ELO) is a unique federation of associations from Europe, dedicated to representing the interests of landowners, farmers, foresters, and rural entrepreneurs.

Browse our publications

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.

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.

Innovators by Nature

Innovators by Nature is a high-level gathering of landowners, farmers, foresters, investors, policymakers, and sustainable entrepreneurs.

Organised by the European Landowners’ Organization (ELO) and Friends of the Countryside, the event creates a rare platform where nature-based solutions and on-the-ground land management expertise converge. The first edition was held in December 2025 and takes place annually since.

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.