I am a researcher in agroecology, specializing in cropping systems and sustainability. My research focuses on identifying pathways for a swift transition to sustainable food (and feed) systems, with particular attention to crop diversification practices and the interactions between actors within the food value chain. This interest stems from the recognition that current agricultural practices, which heavily rely on external inputs and intensive resource use, are unsustainable in the long term.
My work explores how various agroecological management practices in both organic and conventional farming systems can address key challenges such as climate change, low economic incentives, declining ecosystem services, and biodiversity loss. At present, I am involved in several projects examining the benefits of crop diversification, both spatially and temporally. One example is investigating intercropping of legumes with cereals and oilseeds to create more diversified, productive, adaptive, and agroecological cropping systems in Northern Europe.
I also have experience conducting agrarian diagnostic studies in middle- and low-income countries, including India, Romania, South Africa, and Uganda, providing valuable insights into the local context of agricultural practices and sustainability challenges.
Additionally, I have a strong interest in multi-criteria sustainability assessment tools. These tools are integral to my research, teaching, and supervision of student theses, where I guide students in evaluating sustainability from multiple perspectives.
