Cooperation to conserve spruce genes Published 04.01.2019 Eight conservation stands for genetic resources in Norway spruce have been established in Eastern Norway. These could be of great importance.
Learning from decay fungi Published 02.01.2019 Logs could soon be turned into pig feed, food stabilizers and much more.
Forests and climate: learning from the past to predict the future Published 21.12.2018 Climate change is a global societal challenge. In order to prioritize mitigation and adaption options in the forest sector, increased knowledge about how forests affect climate and how climate affects forest is necessary. A new international research project, led by NIBIO, aims to fill this knowledge gap.
New center for precision forestry Published 17.12.2018 Forests will be a vital resource in our future renewable bioeconomy. NMBU and NIBIO are establishing a new center for precision forestry. Close collaboration with industry players will result in more profitable and sustainable forestry.
Food and Nutrition Security a key area for cooperation between Norway and South Africa Published 06.12.2018 H.E. the Ambassador of South Africa to Norway Ms. Selaelo Ramokgopa & First Secretary, Ms Medupe visited NIBIO, Ås campus on the 5th of December.
Fungus-resistant lettuce using CRISPRtechnology Published 04.12.2018 White mold can wreak havoc on lettuce farms, destroying crops and causing financial losses. Now researchers at NIBIO want to use the gene-editing technology CRISPR to develop fungus-resistant iceberg lettuce.
NIBIO and China collaborating on climate smart food production Published 03.12.2018 Norwegian technology and methods for precision-fertilization are to be implemented in China as part of a new collaborative research project on efficient climate smart food production.
Safeguarding waterways near new roads Published 03.12.2018 When new roads and train tracks are built, efforts have to be made to protect the ecosystems of waterways nearby.
The need for feed Published 18.10.2018 Can disused land become part of Norway’s food preparedness plan? This year’s dry summer revealed the need for a survey of disused grasslands. Experts at NIBIO answered the call.
Indo-Norwegian project to strengthen smallholder resilience Published 17.10.2018 Smallholders are important to India. The four year multidisciplinary Resilience project aims to help more than 100 000 Indian farmers increase agricultural productivity and adapt to climate smart agricultural practises.
Climate change affects the soil’s ability to transport water Published 04.10.2018 Soil has a complex structure that is intertwined by tiny holes and cavities. The larger ones are called macropores, which are vital in the transportation of water. Climate change could however alter macroporosity, leading to more flash floodings and soil erosion.
Creating value from wood waste Published 02.10.2018 The increased use of wood results in several by-products. How can we exploit these residues in new and profitable ways?