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Every year we carry out more than 150 projects that promote truly sustainable agriculture, nutrition and health. A selection:
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Healthy topsoil in province of Gelderland
Field excursions, on-farm demonstrations and knowledge sharing to stimulate sustainable soil management.Read more -
Reversing Diabetes type 2 through diet change
Reversing diabetes type 2 by increasing the intake of nuts, seeds, vegetables and fruits.Read more -
Agforward: Agroforestry in Europe
European project to promote agroforestry for rural development.Read more -
Diversifood project
Read moreEuropean project to increase crop and food diversity.
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IM project in Máxima Medical Center
Read moreTo develop an IM module alongside regular care that fits the needs of both patients and medical professionals.
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Positive Health
Focusing both on recovery and patients' ability to adapt and self-manage.Read more -
Soil Condition Score
A new tool for dairy farmers to assess the quality of their soils.Read more -
Protein2Food project
European research project to improve breeding and production of high-quality protein crops.Read more -
Skylark Veenkoloniën Farmers' Network
Read moreArable farmers take measures to restore the fertility of their soils.
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Care Choosing Tool for children with cancer
Finding the right complementary care for children with cancer: the Complementary Care Choosing Tool.Read more -
Diverse and locally produced
Testing new organic wheat and vegetable varieties to increase diversity.Read more -
Sustainable source of protein
From chicken to egg: Does insect protein offer a sustainable alternative for soy in chicken feed?Read more -
Applied research on liver fluke disease
Liver fluke disease is a growing problem in dairy farming. The Louis Bolk Institute is working on a solution.Read more -
About the crisis
Visions on climate change and biodiversity loss.Read more -
Organic shopping basket
Which environmental and health criteria play a role in purchasing organic products? Qualitative research among consumers.Read more -
PMS study
International research to summarize the effects of various methods available for treating PMS.Read more -
World school, world neighbourhood
The Louis Bolk Institute investigates the effects of social and green projects on sustainability and liveable neighbourhoods at four primary schools.Read more -
Trees for outdoor chickens
Poultry farmers are working together to optimize their outdoor range areas by planting trees and shrubs. Project leadership and coordination by the Louis Bolk Institute.Read more -
Winter vegetables Growers' network
Opportunities for regionally produced winter vegetables: the Louis Bolk Institute brings together growers, seed companies and wholesalers.Read more -
Biodiversity in greenhouses Growers' network
Pests like aphids can cause damage to greenhouse crops. More flowering plants around the greenhouse attract natural enemies.Read more -
Treating children's headache
Do children have fewer headaches if they– in addition to receiving standard treatment –are treated by a hypnotherapist or learn meditation exercises?Read more -
Participatory research
This project has reviewed the methods, applications and results of participatory research in the organic agriculture sector.Read more -
Effects of a paleolithic diet
What are the health effects of a paleolithic diet? An innovative study among participants, all of whom had increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and/or diabetes.Read more -
Stress reduction fo women with breast cancer
In this study we are investigating whether the persistent fatigue during and after chemotherapy can be reduced by a yoga-based stress reduction method.Read more -
Keeping calves and cows together
Separating calves from their mothers is considered animal-unfriendly by consumers. This project has been set up to improve organic calf raising methods.Read more -
'Buffer Farmers' manage drought susceptible soils
In this project farmers are working together with water managers to improve water retention in drought susceptible soils.Read more -
Green manures: a new method of soil fertilization
Green manures such as grass-clover and alfalfa are good fertilizers. Our innovative application methods will help organic farmers to comply with the impending ‘100% organic' fertilizer regulation.Read more -
Biodiversity in Brabant
Farmers in two regions of Brabant are working to increase biodiversity on their farms. The result: robust, sustainable farming systems and a more attractive rural landscape.Read more -
Reducing soil phosphate levels in nature areas
Former agricultural land is successfully turned into nature areas with higher species diversity, thanks to our new methods to reduce soil phosphate levels.Read more -
Lupin in the Dutch peat district
Lupin is an attractive alternative for imported soy. In this project we work on more robust varieties, higher yields and better crop quality for lupin production on low-calcium soils.Read more -
Flourishing Farm
More than 550 farmers are creating wild flower field margins to promote beneficial biodiversity. Their aim is to promote natural enemies of crop pests and reduce chemical pesticide use.Read more -
Natural farming
Organizing successful partnerships between farmers and nature conservation organisations: our researchers are forming the bridge.Read more -
Farm Seed Opportunities
The objective of this European project is to stimulate the effective use of old and forgotten varieties to increase on-farm biodiversity.Read more -
Bio-Impuls: Organic potato breeding
Disease resistant potato varieties are crucial for the organic sector, but their availability is limited. This project aims to breed new varieties that are resistant to diseases such as Phytophthora.Read more -
The price of biodiversity
In this project our researchers have analyzed the farm economic effects of biodiversity. This analysis provides insight into the ‘price’ of biodiversity.Read more -
Economic analysis of farming in Flanders
Conversion to organic farming is a cost-effective alternative for most conventional farmers in Flanders (Belgium). This is shown in an economic analysis carried out by our institute.Read more -
Koala project: is organic food healthier?
In this project our researchers investigate whether organic food products have a positive effect on the health of 8-year-old children who have been followed since their birth.Read more -
Efficacy of visualisation therapy
In this project our researchers have studied the efficacy of guided imagery (visualisation) and relaxation exercises as methods to reduce pain, stress and anxiety after surgery.Read more -
The Bruistuin Project: green and healthy together
Residents of the Malburgen neighbourhood in Arnhem are working together in a community garden. Our researchers investigate the health effects of this innovative Green Care project.Read more -
Organic Fruit Network
In this network, organic apple and pear growers are supported by our researchers. They exchange knowledge and experience, for instance about soil fertilization and apple scab research.Read more -
Project ‘Skylark’
Objective: to increase sustainability of arable farms and production chains in the Flevopolder. Result: environment-friendlier farming methods, more stable yields and better farm economic results.Read more -
Better farming with biodiversity
In the project Better farming with biodiversity 20 arable farmers on sandy soils and reclaimed peatland in Drenthe work together with our researchers to increase on-farm biodiversity and soil quality.Read more -
Improving soil fertility and water quality
More than 250 dairy farmers in the Dutch province of Gelderland are participating in the project Vruchtbare Kringloop ["The fruits of nutrient cycling"] (2013-2015) to improve nutrient use efficiency and reduce nutrient losses to surface and groundwater.Read more