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The work at the Institute for Plant Production & Cultural Landscape is not only diverse, but also very complex.
To explain and illustrate the individual work steps as clearly as possible, we have created short videos to ensure a better understanding.
The videos range in length from a few seconds to several minutes, and the narrative arc covers the projects and tasks of the three departments: "Vegetation Management", "Grassland Management", and "Environmental Ecology".
Work related to the Climgrass project
The ClimGrass project investigates and illustrates the impact of rising temperatures, increased CO2 concentrations, and periods of drought on the grassland ecosystem, using a permanent meadow as a case study. For more information...
The many advantages of a green roof
Green roofs help connect habitats. They regulate the climate and store water. Extensive green roofs are suitable for barn and shed roofs on farms, as they do not require any additional structural support...
Individual work steps in the CutGrass project
The yield and quality dynamics of grassland stands of different grassland management types are of central importance for cultivation and management. Within the framework of the Austrian Protein Strategy, attention has already been paid to this...
Work steps in the analytical laboratory
Our employee Ulrike Percht is responsible for processing and grinding the dried fresh samples.
Beautiful iris meadows
Iris meadows, with Siberian iris and star daffodil as key species, have not only very high aesthetic value but also significant conservation value. The diversity of plant species in such meadows is very high, and...
Interesting facts about bogs
What are peatlands and why are they relevant for nature conservation and climate protection?
Biodiversity thanks to alpine pasture management
Alpine farming has been practiced in the Alps for millennia. The dairy farmers and herdsmen make an important contribution to preserving biodiversity in mountain regions.
Machine work related to our experiments
Our fields are cultivated not only manually, but also with the help of machines and tractors.
Manual work related to our experiments
Our staff are busy throughout the year preparing, maintaining, and following up on our numerous trials. The following short videos present the individual work steps:
Promote biodiversity - create a wildflower meadow! Here's how:
The reason for the continuous decline in biodiversity is monotonous agricultural landscapes, the loss of extensively managed grassland, and the expansion of settlements, industrial areas, and transport infrastructure. This leads to...
Seed cleaning - how does it work?
Seed cleaning involves separating the bedding material from the seeds. This is done in several steps using a variety of machines. However, before these steps can be carried out, the seeds must be dried