SURE Food strand Introductory meeting-online

Zoom · 12 May 2026

🌱 How can our food systems become more sustainable?

Join us online on 12 May, 18:00–20:00 CET, for the introductory session of the SURE Food Strand.

This interactive event will bring together inspiring speakers who will share different perspectives on sustainable food systems:

Ivan Gyulai (Ecological Institute, Hungary) – Ecological gardening Justine Dewitte ('t Goed ter Heule, Belgium) : Short-Chain Organic Farm Piotr Ostaszewski (Ostoja Natury, Poland) – Regenerative agriculture & Farm to Fork Mátyás Bekecs (Pusztakettős Tanya, Hungary) – Large-scale sustainable farming

Together, we will explore how food production, farming practices and everyday choices are connected to the health of our communities and environment.

The session will include short presentations followed by space for questions and open discussion.

Date: 12 May 2026 Time: 18:00–20:00 CET Format: Online, Zoom

👉 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/a9svb2cIS3-2pNxo88agzw

Documents

Gardening with Nature
Iván Gyulai (Ecological Institute for Sustainable Development)
PDF document · 3.4 MB
This presentation explores nature-based organic gardening methods that work with ecological processes rather than against them. It introduces practices such as deep mulching, composting, biodiversity-friendly gardening, and soil regeneration, while addressing current challenges like climate change, water scarcity, soil degradation, and declining biodiversity. Drawing inspiration from natural ecosystems, the presentation highlights how healthy soil, diverse vegetation, and minimal intervention can create more resilient, self-regulating gardens and sustainable food systems.
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Building a Diverse and Sustainable Organic Farm: The Story of ‘t Goed ter Heule
Justine Dewitte
PDF document · 521 KB
In this presentation, Justine Dewitte shared the story and vision behind ‘t Goed ter Heule, a mixed organic farm rooted in respect for nature, diversity, and short food chains. From self-picking gardens and a farm shop to events and local food experiences, the presentation explores how the farm works towards a closed-loop, low-waste system while also reflecting on the practical challenges of organic farming today.
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Regenerative and Ecological Agriculture: Building Resilient Farms and Rural Communities
Piotr Ostaszewski
PDF document · 4.3 MB
This presentation by Ostoja Natury explores regenerative and ecological agriculture as a holistic approach to rebuilding soil health, biodiversity, local food systems, and rural livelihoods. Combining practical farming methods with principles from permaculture, holistic management, carbon farming, and renewable energy, the presentation showcases how regenerative agriculture can create productive, resilient, and economically viable rural communities while restoring ecosystems and reconnecting people with food production.
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Large-Scale Farming in a Sustainable Way: Holistic Management in Practice
Mátyás Bekecs
PDF document · 3.0 MB
In this presentation, Mátyás Bekecs shares practical experiences from his Regenerative Farm in Hungary, exploring how holistic management and regenerative agriculture can be applied on a larger scale. The presentation introduces key principles of soil health, planned grazing, cover crops, biodiversity, and ecosystem regeneration, while demonstrating how sustainable farming practices can improve resilience, productivity, and long-term land health in the face of climate challenges.
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