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Head of Department for Vegetation and Biodiversity Management
- Development and expansion of the grassland gene bank
- Reproduction and seed propagation of flowering plants of extensive grassland
- Site-appropriate greening in landscaping, erosion control in high altitudes
More biodiversity on our doorstep - Podcast 169
How gardens, communities and infrastructure areas can become thriving habitats: Biodiversity doesn't just begin in fields and grasslands...
First wine from Raumberg-Gumpenstein
The first harvest of Muscaris grapes from the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein experimental vineyard has been bottled! The approximately 200 vines are cultivated in close cooperation with...
Completion of the EU project Life VineAdapt – Sustainable viticulture for adaptation to climate change (2020 - 2025) (LIFE VineAdapt)
The LIFE VineAdapt project pursued a comprehensive approach to sustainably increasing biodiversity in European vineyards. The...
Networking meeting of Austrian gene banks in Gumpenstein 2025
From June 11th to 12th, the annual networking meeting of national stewards of plant genetic resources took place again this year in Austria...
VineAdapt: Viticulture despite climate change
European viticulture is increasingly under pressure: longer periods of drought in summer, extreme heavy rainfall with the risk of erosion, and the spread of new...
Young Citizen Science PolliDiversity 2025
Our innovative citizen science project combines inquiry-based learning and scientific participation with regular contact with nature and mindfulness...
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...
Iris meadows and renaturation projects
On Saturday, May 24th, the Provincial Councillor for Nature Conservation, Hannes Amesbauer, together with representatives of the Nature Conservation Association and the HBLFA Ra..., visited...
Participation of HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein in the 26th LIFE Platform - exchange of information on environmental and climate protection measures
The 26th LIFE Platform took place from April 23-24 at Rosegg Castle in Carinthia and was organized by the Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG)...
Participation in the final conference of the LIFE project VineAdapt – Sustainable viticulture for adaptation to climate change
From April 28th to 30th, the Austrian project team from the Silberberg Education Center for Fruit and Wine Growing and the HBLFA participated in the final conference...
PolliDiversity – Young Citizen Science for Biodiversity
In the PolliDiversity project, 550 students from 23 secondary school classes in Styria are researching the development of ReNatura...
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...
Final conference of the LIFE VineAdapt project
The team of the Life project VineAdapt - Sustainable viticulture for adaptation to climate change invites winegrowers, fruit growers and all interested parties...
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...
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...
Biodiversity in the vineyard - Podcast 87
Establishment and maintenance of species-rich permanent vegetation in vineyard lanes...
Practical seminar: Sowing and compost soil
On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the practical seminar will explore how to create optimal soil for sowing and raising seedlings...
Webinar - Creating and maintaining wildflower meadows
The webinar "Creating and Maintaining Wildflower Meadows" will take place on April 3, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
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...
Partner meeting of the Life VineAdapt project
From July 22nd to 25th, project partners of the Life project VineAdapt from Hungary, France, Germany and Austria met in southern Styria...
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...
Review of the Greening Conference 2024
Under the motto "Innovative solutions for greening public spaces," the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein, together with the university...
Agricultural Cultural Heritage in Austria - GIAHS
Agricultural cultural heritage in Austria – Agricultural production systems of global importance worth preserving. Within the framework of the GIAHS project...
Dachbegrünung auf Ställen - 23. Podcast
Green roofs in barns – A contribution to climate adaptation, biodiversity promotion and animal welfare. Extensive green roofs are suitable for barn roofs, etc.
Modern greening in viticulture
Project goal: Biodiversity in viticulture and adaptation to climate change...
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...
Life VineAdapt: Publication in the Bio Austria trade journal
The LIFE project VineAdapt – Sustainable viticulture for adaptation to climate change – was featured in the December issue of the Bio Austria trade journal...
VineAdapt: International workshop on climate-adapted and biodiversity-friendly viticulture in Europe
Winegrowing in Europe must grapple with the effects of climate change. Increasing periods of drought in summer, a high risk of erosion...
Vineyard cover cropping - Life VineAdapt
Project goal: Sustainable viticulture to adapt to climate change...
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...
Technology Day for Fruit and Wine Growing
Project goal: The LIFE VineAdapt project aims to help improve the resilience of vineyard ecosystems to climate change...
The broad spectrum of grassland management
Project goal: To provide insight into the broad spectrum of grassland management...
Research up close – Science Week in Raumberg
For the third-year students of HLBLA St. Florian, the "Science Week" formed an impressive end to the school year – science and research...
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...
ClimSchool: PolliDiversity 2.0 Pollinator diversity in your own environment
Project goal: The aim is to inspire as many people as possible about biodiversity and pollinators in their environment. Through active participation in research...
FarmLife BD - Concept for Biodiversity Assessment
The aim of the FarmLife Biodiversity (FarmLife BD) project was to develop a system for assessing the effects of different agricultural activities...
Compensation areas for forest grazing separation on acidic sites – better forage is possible with little effort
The separation of forest and grazing rights in Austria is widespread and involves enormous time and financial expenditure. To...
Harvesting methods for seed material from species-rich grassland – a long-term comparison
Species-rich grassland in the form of extensive pastures and meadows represents important biodiversity hotspots in our cultural landscape; unfortunately, however...
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...
Life Vine Adapt - Sustainable viticulture for adaptation to climate change
The LIFE project VineAdapt contributes to promoting European vineyards as cultural landscapes of great socio-economic value, including recreation, tradition, and cultural heritage.
Effects of drought stress on orchardgrass varieties
Project goal: The results should provide information on both drought tolerance and water use efficiency.
Beneficial insect flower strips and undersowing regulate aphids in legumes
It is our responsibility to ensure that the loss of biodiversity is not only stopped, but that we actively contribute to its recovery...
The Institute for Plant Production and Cultural Landscape introduces itself
The following video provides a brief insight into the tasks of the staff at the Institute for Plant Production and Cultural Studies...
Agricultural cultural heritage in Austria
Within the framework of the FAO's GIAHS program - Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems, traditional agricultural areas worthy of preservation were also identified in Austria...
Biodiversity assessment on farms: concepts, models and application in life cycle assessment
The overview of the approaches shows that the topic of biodiversity assessment and consulting at the farm level has been developing in recent years...
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...
ClimSchool: Citizen Science Project “PolliDiversity”
In times of Covid-19, the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein is committed to providing opportunities for young people and interested adults despite the existing...
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...
Yellow gentian (Gentiana lutea) - cultivation, harvesting, processing
Yellow gentian thrives particularly well in alpine climates and can easily be cultivated at altitudes up to 1,600 m.
Sustainable viticulture for climate change adaptation
The LIFE project VineAdapt contributes to promoting European vineyards as cultural landscapes of great socio-economic value, including recreation, tradition, and cultural heritage.
ClimSchool: Flourishing through wildflower meadows
“From the trunk to the bowl – there’s diversity in there!” is a new nettle project by Blühendes Österreich (Blooming Austria), in which the HBLF (Higher Federal Institute for Agriculture, Forestry and Environment) is participating...
Austrian Grassland Gene Bank
Ex-situ conservation of the plant genetic diversity of Austrian extensive grassland. Previously mowed once or twice a year, grassland areas were...
Establishment and maintenance of species-rich purple moor grass meadows using regional seed
The establishment and maintenance of litter meadows at different locations are being investigated. In addition to the long-term monitoring of recipient areas...
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...
New Head of the Department for Vegetation Management in the Alpine Region
Dr. Wilhelm Graiss has been appointed head of the department and will take over the responsibilities of Dr. Bernhard Krautzer. The existing focus of the ...
Investigations of gravel lawns at an inner-alpine site – comparison of limestone gravel and recycled construction material based on vegetation science and geotechnical properties
Gravel lawns, as water-permeable, drivable and vegetated gravel surfaces, can also be used as parking areas in the area of v... if constructed accordingly.
Green roofs in the inner Alps - Extensive green roofs using seeds from inner Alpine origins (Green Roof)
In the context of land consumption and soil sealing, and the associated loss of near-natural habitats, the extensive roof is gaining importance as...
Expansion and extension of the long-term storage facility for seeds of grasses and small-seeded legumes
The existing seed stock at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein is currently stored in a cold storage facility at a temperature of 4°C and a humidity level of...
Reintroduction of Tauern rye in the Enns Valley
The following objectives are to be achieved: Adaptation of modern cultivation methods to the needs of the old rye variety; production of genetically modified...
1381: Official variety evaluation: Grassland crops
Official variety evaluation: Grassland crops
2304: Agriculture / Nature Conservation
Agriculture and nature conservation using the example of the LIFE project "Middle Enns Valley – Wörschach Moor"
2311: Manure trial
Comparison of permanent grassland under different fertilization levels
2316: Erosion on ski slopes
Seed propagation of site-appropriate species and their use for erosion control in the Alpine region
2317: Work Mycorrhiza (Grassland and Landscape Construction)
Arbuscular mycorrhiza (AM) in grassland farming and landscaping
2330: Conservation and improvement of dry grassland areas
Measures for the conservation and improvement of grassland areas
2338: Grassland improvement
Grassland improvement
2339: Evergreen
Use of site-appropriate species in landscaping and basic principles of their seed production
2348: SupGIS
GIS as a control and optimization system for sustainable food and energy supply
2357: AGRAM
Innovative alpine pasture management through targeted grazing with sheep
2388: Green Roof
Green roofs in the inner Alps - Extensive green roofs using seeds from inner Alpine origins
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
2447: REGRASS
Re-establishing grasslands to promote farmland biodiversity and key ecosystem services
2448: Meadows
Establishment and maintenance of species-rich purple moor grass meadows using regional seed
2719: ALPEROS:CT 99-4024
Protective effect of various revegetation methods after recultivation at high altitudes
2732: EU Lakes Project (Interreg)
Sustainable agriculture in the Euregional lake district
2733: SURE: Revitalization of Problem Areas
Successful reforestation after infrastructure measures
2737: Recultivation of alpine pastures - ALPINet gheep
Reclamation of former alpine pastures by mountain goats and sheep
2747: Salvere
Near-natural grassland as a resource for improving biodiversity
2748: Determination of basic feed production in Austria
Determination of basic feed production in Austria
2750: B-Team
Expert group for the revitalization of industrial brownfields
2752: Green Mountain
A sustainable development model for mountain regions
2755: CAMARO-D
Management routines for the impact of land use on the water regime
2919: Grassland extensification
The influence of grassland extensification on the plant population
2922: Alpine pasture
Establishment and sustainable management of alpine pastures after forest-pasture separation
2923: Development and conservation of site-appropriate species
Development and conservation of site-appropriate grasses and legumes for grassland farming
3249: WT: Alpine pasture fertilization
Alpine fertilization
3252: WT: Site-specific greening
Site-appropriate landscaping, method development and drafting of guidelines
3271: WT: Rust trial (EUCARPIA)
International EUCARPIA trial on rust infestation of ryegrasses
3413: WT: Product development for upscale gastronomy
Possibilities for the production of animal and plant products for top-class gastronomy
3436: WT: EUCARPIA evaluation trial2
International EUCARPIA trial on rust infestation of ryegrasses
3452: WT: Return of litter meadows
Use of site-appropriate species in landscaping and basic principles of their seed production
3504: WT: AgroGeo
Development of agricultural geodata
3510: WT: Variety description Styrian clover
Description of Styrian clover and three origins of Lens culinaris
3511: WT: Tauern rye
Reintroduction of Tauern rye in the Enns Valley
3512: WT: Vineyard cover crop
Greening of vineyards with special consideration of grassland species as food plants for cicadas
3513: WT: Eucarpia rust ryegrass
International EUCARPIA trial on rust infestation of ryegrasses
3544: WT: Iriswiese
Establishment and maintenance of ecologically valuable litter meadows in the middle Enns valley
3545: WT: Long-term storage of seeds
Construction of a long-term storage facility for seeds of grasses and small-seeded legumes
3550: WT: Species and variety screening
Species and variety screening of grasses, herbs and legumes for suitability for a competition trial
3569: WT: ReproGenSam 1
Expansion and extension of the long-term storage facility for seeds of grasses and small-seeded legumes
3597: WT: Track greening
Site-appropriate greening of tram tracks using seeds of regional origin
3607: WT: Biochar
Potential uses of biochar for dock control
3608: WT: Fertilization_Leach
Influence of intensive and extensive fertilization on site-specific nutrient leaching in permanent grassland
3622: WT: Gravel lawn
Investigations of gravel lawns at an inner-alpine site – comparison of limestone gravel and recycled construction material based on vegetation science and geotechnical properties
3684: WT GIAHS
Agricultural production systems of global importance worth preserving - Agricultural cultural heritage in Austria
3965: Agricultural Reserve: Conservation breeding of locally adapted species
Development and conservation of site-appropriate grasses and legumes for grassland farming
3969: Agricultural Reserve: Moarhof
Agricultural resources: Moarhof
3992: Agricultural Reserve: Extensification trials
Agricultural resources: Extensification trials