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June 29, 2026Communications Earth & EnvironmentOpen Access

International inspirations and local adaptations together shape regenerative farming knowledge across Europe

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LSLoekie SchreefelESEmile SteenmanFAFabian Adler

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Overview

Randomized trial identifies knowledge sources shaping regenerative agriculture practices in Europe, suggesting a blend of local and international influences.

Key Points

  • This research aims to uncover how farmers access knowledge about regenerative agriculture practices across Europe.
  • Interviews conducted with 128 self-identified regenerative farmers in five European countries.
  • Utilized Social Network Analysis to identify knowledge sources and practices.
  • Tracked 834 unique knowledge sources related to 52 distinct practices.
  • Peer-to-peer learning was the dominant form of knowledge sharing at the national level.
  • International figures influenced broader farming narratives through books and digital platforms.
  • Hybrid knowledge spaces connecting scientific and farmer expertise were deemed essential for effective scaling.

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Schreefel et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a420b7af91bb43ea9192897https://doi.org/10.1038/s43247-026-03771-x
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