The Flemish Organic Research and Knowledge network (FORK-network)

The Flemish Organic Research and Knowledge network consists of Biobedrijfsnetwerken (Organic Business Networks), CCBT (Coordination Centre for Applied Research and Extension on Organic Agriculture), and Living Lab Agroecology and Organic Agriculture (LLAEBIO), along with the stakeholders of these three networks. The goal is to strengthen research and knowledge exchange for the organic sector in Flanders and to align activities to develop an efficient knowledge policy for the sector.

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The Flemish Organic Research and Knowledge network aims to:

  • Increase support for and recognition of research on organic food and farming in Flanders.
  • Improve understanding of the research needs of the organic sector and address them.
  • Optimise the use of research and knowledge exchange capacities for the organic sector.
  • Disseminate and exchange research results and knowledge.

At its core, the network focuses on demand-driven, system-oriented research and co-creation of knowledge.
This means:

  • Research based on needs from the sector.
  • Attention to the production system.
  • Exchange of experience and knowledge between stakeholders.
  • Knowledge tailored to farmers.

From this vision, the partners jointly developed the "Organic Farming & Food Flanders: Research Strategy 2018-2022".

This presentation will guide you through the workings of the Flemish Organic Research and Knowledge network.

Do you have questions about research on organic farming and food? Are you looking to draft a project or find partners? Don’t hesitate to reach out to one of our networks!

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The Flemish Organic Research and Knowledge network is embedded in the 'Flemish Strategic Organic Plan' of the Agency for Agriculture and Fisheries.

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