Agroecology Europe

About Agroecology Europe

Agroecology Europe is a European association for agroecology based in Brussels. It positions agroecology as a science, a practice, and a social movement, and frames its work around the whole food system, from soil to the organization of human societies.

The association aims to place agroecology high on the European agenda for sustainable farming and food systems. It brings together professionals, practitioners, and societal stakeholders to share knowledge, build community, and support the transition toward agroecological farming and food systems.

Core Values

• Agroecological principles: The organization is grounded in core agroecology principles and treats agroecology as value-laden rather than purely technical.
• Sustainability: It promotes the transition toward sustainable farming and food systems across Europe.
• Inclusiveness: Agroecology Europe emphasizes an inclusive European community that connects professionals, practitioners, and societal stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Its work relies on interaction, knowledge sharing, and collective action across the agroecology community.

Unique Aspects

• European agroecology network: Agroecology Europe is a Europe-wide association dedicated specifically to agroecology, giving it a focused role in the sector.
• Whole-food-system perspective: It explicitly defines agroecology as spanning from soil to the organization of human societies, which broadens its scope beyond farming alone.
• Forum and convening role: The organization runs Agroecology Europe Forums and related gatherings, making it a visible convenor for the community.
• Public financial support: Its activities are supported by the Fondation de France, the EU LIFE programme, and the European Climate Foundation.