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Leave of absence from April 1, 2026 to May 1, 2026
Scientific management of the department with a focus on:
- Breeding and seed production for Austrian grassland
- Inventory management, care, harvesting and seed preparation of seeds
- Development and testing of seed mixtures for agricultural grassland
- Methods for the regeneration and creation of new grassland areas
Erasmus+ Project SmartStep: Working together for climate-resilient grassland management in Europe
The Erasmus+ project SmartStep brings together international partners to develop practical solutions for the sustainable management and improvement of...
Grassland in a changing climate
Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing agriculture. Grassland, in particular – the most important source of feed for livestock – is affected.
IFCN Supporter Conference visits Raumberg-Gumpenstein
On September 23, 2025, more than 120 participants of the IFCN Supporter Conference were welcomed to Raumberg-Gumpenstein for an excursion...
Review of the Gumpenstein Greening Conference 2025
The Gumpenstein Greening Conference took place on June 3, 2025, under the theme "Promoting Biodiversity in the Cultural Landscape." [F...].
A look back at the 79th ALVA Annual Meeting at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein
The 79th annual meeting of the ALVA took place at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein on May 26th and 27th, 2025. This meeting also marked a small anniversary...
Pasture innovations – Important project results for practical application
The "EIP Pasture Innovations" project was launched to meet the increased demands on pasture farming, particularly in organic agriculture...
Project Life VineAdapt: Promoting biodiversity by planting flowering strips in viticulture
The EU project VineAdapt aims to preserve European vineyards as valuable cultural landscapes while simultaneously increasing their resilience...
Comparison of photovoltaic systems on grassland areas and their impact on agricultural use (Agri-PV-Grass)
In the Agri-PV-Grass project, we are comparing different photovoltaic systems (bifacial Agri-PV mounting systems with conventional ground-mounted systems)...
Yield and quality dynamics of different grassland management systems (CutGrass)
Optimizing yield and quality dynamics in grassland: The project investigates how the yield and quality of grassland stands change under various conditions...
Establishment and maintenance of flowering strips in grassland and arable land
Extensive, once- or twice-cut, herb-rich grassland areas exhibit the highest floristic biodiversity and are among the most ecologically important...
Ex-situ conservation of the plant genetic diversity of Austrian extensive grassland (GenErhalt II)
The biodiversity of our extensive grasslands is under pressure. This is due to intensification, climate change, and the widespread reseeding of cultivated species...
75th Plant Breeders' Conference in Raumberg-Gumpenstein
The 75th Plant Breeders' Conference was held in Raumberg from November 25th to 27th. ...
Effects of forage herbs in managed grassland on plant population, yield and forage quality under conventional and organic conditions
A high-performing permanent grassland stand adapted to the location is a key foundation for sustainable and economically successful...
Alpine Expert Forum 2025: Grassland Varieties and Mixtures for the Future
The Alpine expert forum on the topic of "Grassland Varieties and Mixtures for the Future" will take place on October 15, 2025, in the Grimming Hall of the HBL...
Gumpenstein Greening Conference 2025
The Gumpenstein Greening Conference on the topic of "Promoting Biodiversity in the Cultural Landscape" will take place on June 3, 2025 in Grimmingsaa...
Gumpenstein vineyard receives hail protection net
On August 12th, the hail net was installed in the Gumpenstein vineyard by the viticulture team from the Silberberg agricultural college. The vines are developing well and...
Impact of drought on orchard grass
With climate change and increasing droughts, orchardgrass (Dactylis glomerata L.) is becoming ever more important for agriculture. This study, published...
Bavarian experimental system in the exchange of experience
On June 11th and 12th, employees of the Bavarian State Research Center for Agriculture ( HBLFA visited the Gumpenstein Agricultural Research and Training Centre (HBLFA). The group...
76th Plant Breeders' Conference at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein
The Association of Plant Breeders and Seed Merchants of Austria, in cooperation with the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna and the HBLF...
Drought-tolerant grasses and herbs in grassland - 34th podcast
Achieve higher yields on dry sites through correct seed selection. A high-performing permanent grassland stand adapted to the location...
Beneficial insect flower strips regulate aphids in legumes
Beneficial insect flower strips made up of native wildflowers can, with proper planting and maintenance, last for several years and ideally even permanently...
Gumpenstein Greening Conference 2023
The Gumpenstein Greening Conference on the topic of "Site-appropriate recultivation and greening in high-altitude areas" unfortunately has to be cancelled. We are planning...
Gumpenstein Greening Conference 2024
The Gumpenstein Greening Conference on the topic of "Site-appropriate greening in public spaces" will take place on April 24, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Achtu...
Gumpenstein Greening Conference 2022
Project goal: To disseminate knowledge on the topics of establishing biodiversity areas in arable and grassland, conversion and new design of municipal green spaces...
Gumpenstein Greening Conference 2022
The "Gumpenstein Greening Conference" on the topic of "Greening with Wild Plant Seeds" will take place on September 6, 2022. ...
Making research tangible
After a year of preparation, the exhibition and excursion area on the topics of "Soil-Water-Plants" was opened on Wednesday, June 22nd, by Dr. Andre...
The broad spectrum of grassland management
Project goal: To provide insight into the broad spectrum of grassland management...
Opening of the Soil-Water-Plant Showroom
The opening of a soil-water-plant demonstration and excursion area will take place on the research grounds of the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein on June 22nd...
Blackhead earthworm - When droppings become a problem
Project goal: To regulate the black-headed earthworm or prevent infestation...
There's a buzzing sound on the Gumpenstein experimental plots
Since April 2021, three bee colonies have been established at the experimental field of the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein, managed by employees of the Institute for Plant Breeding...
Effects of drought stress on orchardgrass varieties
Project goal: The results should provide information on both drought tolerance and water use efficiency.
Re-establishment of extensive grassland to promote biodiversity
Re-establishment of extensive grassland to promote biodiversity and essential ecosystem services. Since the mid-20th century...
Species diversity
Biodiversity, vegetation dynamics and nature conservation: The floristic composition of the plant population and the diversity of plant species are discussed in the green space...
Grassland improvement
The non-plowing grassland renewal closes gaps in the stand and creates high-performing, productive plant stands with a strong grass component...
Genetic conservation
At the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein, the breeding of Austrian ecotypes of grasses and small-seeded legumes is carried out...
Establishment of seed multiplication facilities
In addition to ongoing trials, our experimental field also houses a large number of seed propagation operations. On the one hand, basic seed from...
Glyphosate ban! New strategies for weed control
Due to the ban on glyphosate for field preparation, mechanical weed control is becoming increasingly important for us. To achieve this...
Global Scatter Degradation Study
The decomposition of litter in the soil is of great importance for the carbon cycle. During the decomposition of litter by soil organisms, climate-relevant carbon is released...
Seed mixtures for intensive grassland management
Seed mixtures for intensive grassland management, taking into account changing climatic conditions (SEEDMIX) ...
Re-establishment of extensive grassland to promote biodiversity and essential ecosystem services
The applicant takes on the role of a partner in this project, contributing his extensive experience in establishing extensive...
2413: Genetic Preservation
Ex-situ conservation of the plant genetic diversity of Austrian extensive grassland (grassland gene bank)
2446: Permanent Green
Establishment and maintenance of permanent green cover crops in fruit and wine growing
2448: Meadows
Establishment and maintenance of species-rich purple moor grass meadows using regional seed
2747: Salvere
Near-natural grassland as a resource for improving biodiversity
3965: Agricultural Reserve: Conservation breeding of locally adapted species
Development and conservation of site-appropriate grasses and legumes for grassland farming