FarmLife BD - Biodiversity assessment concept
The aim of the FarmLife Biodiversity (FarmLife BD) project was to develop a system for assessing the effects of different forms of agricultural management and management on biodiversity on the farm...
Compensation areas for forest pasture separation on acidic sites - better feed is possible with little effort
The separation of forests and grazing rights in Austria is widespread and involves enormous time and financial effort. In order to compensate for the loss of grazing rights in forests, areas are usually cleared and...
2022
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, but unfortunately many areas have already been lost as part of the intensification of agriculture....
2022
Dissertation on the importance of long-term observations in grassland experiments
Grassland is a versatile and important element of the Austrian cultural landscape and, in the form of hay meadows and pastures, not only serves as a feed base for livestock farming, but also with soil protection, water balance and biodiversity...
2022
Emission reduction through manure additives - results for "Mooseck Sohle 6-7"
Project goal: Various manure additives will be examined for their emission and odor reduction potential, product application in practice and user safety.
2022
Artificially inseminate goats?
Most people only know about artificial insemination (AI) for cattle, and possibly also for pigs. The technology is also used on other farm animals, such as goats. We now offer goat insemination courses at our branch in Wels.
2022
First diploma course to become an instructor in functional claw care successfully completed!
On December 16th - 17th, 2021, with a delay due to Corona, the first final exam for the diploma course to become an instructor in functional claw care, which started in 2020, took place under the technical direction of Robert Pesenhofer (European...
2021
Christmas thoughts
Just a few more days and the Christ child will be at the door.
2021
Current news from teaching and research
In the download area (please scroll down) you will find the current newsletter from teaching and research. Design: Schönthaler Doris
2021
Black-headed earthworm - When poop piles become a problem
Project goal: regulating the black-headed earthworm or preventing an infestation
2021-12
Regional food sovereignty - look here
In cooperation with Trautenfels Castle and the Liezen regional management, we are able to offer you the latest issue of the cultural magazine “Da Schau her” to browse through. The chosen topic focus "On regional...
Circular milk production in Lungau
Project objective: The selected companies were participants in the “Reine Lungau” pilot project, which aimed to produce high-quality dairy products and close production and nutrient cycles within the project region...
LIFE WolfAlps EU: Meeting with young hunters
Project goal: Improved coexistence of wolves and humans in the Alpine region
Soil quality in organic pig farming
The floor is probably the most often underestimated part of a stable building. As a functional part of a bay, this component must meet the requirements for lying comfort, sure-footedness, ease of cleaning and longevity...
Research must not be an end in itself
What are the priorities of the new Direktor Johann Gasteiner in the school and research area of the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein? This current interview with our Direktor Dr. Johann Gasteiner was in “Neues Land” on November 25th, 2021...
Soil on the test bench - soil compaction
The aim is to determine soil compaction - a frequently used measurement is the storage density. This, in turn, is essential for calculating carbon and nutrient reserves in the soil.
Successful completion of the first basic course in hoof care in 2021
The first basic course in hoof care took place at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein for students from the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein, as hoof health is an important focus in livestock farming.
2021-11
FarmLife News: Concept presentation for the biodiversity assessment of agricultural businesses
On November 16, 2021, an expert discussion by the netzwerk zukunftsraum land LE 14-20 on the topic of “Representing biodiversity in the product” took place (https://www.zukunftsraumland.at/veranstaltungen/9708). As part of the event...
Environmental assessment concept – simply explained
As part of the “Digitization in Agriculture” cluster, financed by the Austrian Rural Development Program 2014-2020, new technologies are being tested in practical use.
Video – Farm4More Life Project – This is being researched
Climate change and the increasing demand for animal foods are major challenges for the earth and humanity. Agriculture is directly affected by these developments, but it can also...
Award for apprentice Florian Kern
Florian Kern was assigned to the “Institute for Organic Agriculture & Livestock Biodiversity” during his training as an agricultural skilled worker at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein.
Dipl. Veterinarian Dr. Johann Gasteiner - Direktor of the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein
On November 1st, Dr. Johann Gasteiner appointed as the new Direktor of the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein. Dr. Johann Gasteiner grew up on his parents' dairy farm in Gaishorn. He studied and worked at the veterinary school...
Stable day at the Institute for Organic Agriculture Thalheim/Wels
Stable day in Thalheim/Wels; Registration at 07242/47011;
Accompanying manual to the FarmLife Animal Welfare Potential Assessment
At the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein, an assessment system for the animal welfare potential of dairy stables was developed - the FarmLife Welfare Index (FWI). As an information document for practical application, a guide to...
2021-10
Awarding of badges of honor and merit
On October 27, 2021, Federal Minister Elisabeth Köstinger presented medals of honor and merit as well as professional titles.
Automatic milking system in the cattle research barn
It is important for research to keep up with the times. We therefore decided at the Institute for Livestock Research to convert the milking system from a double 4-tandem milking parlor to an automatic milking system. At the beginning of the year...
Alpine lysimeter station at Stoderzinken
On Tuesday, October 19, 2021, it was that time again when the Environmental Ecology department set about making the alpine lysimeter station at 1800m above sea level on Stoderzinken winter-ready.
Second diploma course for instructors in functional hoof care
Six hoof trimmers from Austria, Germany and Luxembourg are taking part in this year's course, which is being carried out by the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein in collaboration with European Hoofcare.
Agriculture as an image in your head
An image analysis of the Styrian population regarding their assessment of the current situation
Between yield and biodiversity
In the “Dimensions” series on Ö1, Lukas Tremetsberger has put together a report about grassland.
School meets research in Lambach/Stadl-Paura
As part of the plant cultivation lesson, Matura class 5 L visited on September 30th on an excursion with their teacher Prof. DI Dr. Herbert Schwarz the location of the Bio-Institut in Lambach/Stadl-Paura.
2nd Lungau Horse Symposium
Under the motto “Healthy and strong through species-rich hay & horses in the forest” a hybrid conference dedicated to horses took place on Saturday, October 2nd, 2021 at the Tamsweg Agricultural College. This event was held in...
Mob Grazing – The grazing solution in times of drought?
The American grazing strategy of mob grazing is also finding its way into our regions. This type of grazing is particularly promising in dry conditions.
The Gumpenstein test areas are buzzing
Since April 2021, three bee colonies have been located at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein test field and are looked after by employees of the Institute for Plant Production and Cultural Landscape.
Nutrient source atmosphere - comparison of collection systems in the Stoderzinken alpine ecosystem
Alpine farming is part of Austrian mountain agriculture and makes important contributions to resource protection.
Contribution to methane emissions in 3Sat Nano from September 15, 2021
Methane emissions are one of the research focuses of the Institute for Livestock Research at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein.
Feeding value of invasive neophytes?
Due to the rapidly increasing and high proportions of structural substances (NDF: 450 to 700 g/kg DM) and lignin (ADL: 70 to 150 g/kg DM), the feed quality of the three selected neophyte species is comparable to moderate...
On the occasion of the retirement of HR Direktor Dr. Anton Hausleitner
On July 30, 2021, the retirement party for HR Direktor Dr. Anton Hausleitner.