About
At the Institute of Natural Fibers and Medicinal Plants, we are dedicated to advancing research and development in the fields of sustainable natural fibers and the therapeutic potential of medicinal plants. Our team collaborates with industry leaders, academic institutions, and researchers to explore innovative applications and promote eco-friendly solutions. By fostering partnerships and sharing knowledge, we strive to contribute to a greener economy while enhancing the well-being of communities worldwide. Join us in our mission to harness the power of nature for a sustainable future.
Clean environment and zero pollution
2 Environmental impacts from the production of agricultural crops for bio-based industrial systems3 Environmental biotechnology applications in service of remediation of polluted ecosystems
Land, ocean and water for climate action
1 (B) The ocean-climate-biodiversity nexus and marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR); Monitoring the global ocean for safe, verifiable and sustainable potential marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR)3 Understanding and managing medium and longer-term challenges and opportunities for agriculture stemming from shifting climatic zones and changing agroecological environments4 Monitoring, reporting, verification and mitigation of non-CO2 greenhouse gas emissions and related air pollutants from agriculture
Innovative governance, environmental observations and digital solutions in support of the Green Deal
2 Upscaling innovative payments to support farmers in the delivery of agri-environment-climate public goods4 Operationalisation of bioeconomy sustainability principles6 Strengthening and connecting bioeconomy networks8 Effective environmental observing systems and associated governance11 Enhancing sustainability and resilience of agriculture, forestry and rural development through digital twins12 Increasing knowledge flows to practice within Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS) via thematic networks13 Strengthening knowledge and skills of advisors and integrating them within Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems (AKIS) via an EU advisory network14 Preparing farmers, their workforce and advisors to the future of agriculture by providing the relevant knowledge, skills and competences at the right time and place
Biodiversity and ecosystem services
4 Large-scale in situ biodiversity observations for better understanding of biodiversity state, drivers of its decline and impacts of policies10 Supporting the implementation of nature restoration measures for sustainable farming systems12 Breeding for resilience: enhancing multi-stress tolerance in crops
Fair, healthy and environment-friendly food systems from primary production to consumption
4 Enhancing plant protein production to bolster the resilience of agricultural systems and EU self-sufficiency in plant protein used as feed5 Developing innovative phytosanitary measures for plant health - focus on systems approach for pest risk management9 Strengthening the EU crop breeding research and innovation ecosystem for competitive, resilient, and sustainable agriculture12 Nutrition and Mental Health15 Additional activities of the European partnership on sustainable food systems for people, planet and climate20 Making food systems more resilient to food safety risks through the deployment of technological solutions21 Research and innovation for food waste prevention and reduction at household level through measurement, monitoring and new technologies
Resilient, inclusive, healthy and green rural, coastal and urban communities
4 Creating urban co-creation spaces for driving sustainable food system transformation
Circular economy and bioeconomy sectors
5 Consumption patterns and environmental awareness as enablers of transition to circular economy6 Indicators for the transition to sustainable and circular economy8 Bioprospecting and optimized production of the terrestrial natural products: new opportunities for bio-based sectors9 Unleashing the potential and advancing the impact of the digitalization/Artificial Intelligence of the climate-neutral bio-based value chains11 Demonstration of reduced energy use and optimised flexible energy supply for industrial bio-based systems