The ongoing drought is currently posing major challenges for grasslands in Central Europe. As a particularly water-dependent crop, grassland is sensitive to the lack of rainfall. The consequences are already visible in many places...
HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein launches survey campaign to document the effects on yield and forage quality. The 2026 growing season presents many grassland farms in Austria with particular challenges. Following a...
Andreas Schaumberger, Head of Department for Grassland Research, will take over the management of the Institute for Plant Production and Cultural Landscape Research at HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein in August 2026.
At the beginning of June, workshops on the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) from 2028 onwards, organized by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Environment and Climate Protection (BMLUK), took place in Vienna. Around 400 representatives from agriculture, administration, science, interest groups and other organizations participated...
As part of the FFG Talents Regional project “River Raft Research”, a school research project entitled ReNatur Enns was implemented on June 29, 2026, in which the students of the 2nd year of the agricultural branch...
On June 13, 2026, an internal bumblebee and wild bee identification course for employees took place at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The instructor was MMag. Dr. Johann Neumayer, a flower ecologist and renowned expert...
From June 23 to 25, the DLG working group for husbandry and feeding technology in the field of pig farming, comprised of representatives of research institutions and consultants from all over Germany, met for the first time in Austria.
Under the motto "Research that makes a difference! – Applied research for practice and society," the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Climate and Environment's Departmental Research Day took place on June 29, 2026, at the Urania in Vienna.
On Saturday, June 27, 2026, the graduation ceremony for the university course "Animal Welfare in Schools" took place at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein. The participants received their certificates in the morning...
From June 24th to 26th, the project meeting and project training for the Erasmus+ project SmartStep took place at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein. Participants from Spain, Turkey, Poland, and Serbia got to know the HBLFA during this time...
On June 23, 2026, a delegation from the Institute of Organic Agriculture at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna (BOKU) visited the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein. The institute has been headed by Univ.-Prof. Dr. Sabine Seidl since autumn 2025.
Experts discuss investment barriers to modern and sustainable livestock farming in Brussels. At the invitation of the Sustainable Livestock Intergroup, representatives from politics, science, and agriculture discussed the issue on June 24, 2026, in Brussels.
During a three-day field trip, students from the international Master's program "Precision Animal Health" gained insights into the diverse research areas of the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein. Representatives from all institutes participated...
Exchange of current research findings in organic dairy farming. On June 17th and 18th, 2026, the Institute for Organic Agriculture and Biodiversity at HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein welcomed numerous consultants...
The Austrian Conference on Organic Agriculture will take place on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein. This year, the conference will focus on the topic of...
At the invitation of the Omgevingsdienst Midden- en West-Brabant, the meeting of the IMPEL working group "Pigs & Poultry" took place in Tilburg and 's-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch) from June 2nd to 4th, 2026. The aim of the annual meetings is...
On June 3, 2026, a total of 69 graduates were honored at the Steiermarkhof in Graz for successfully completing their master craftsman's examinations in agricultural professions. The presentation of the master craftsman's certificates...
A film crew from the ORF science magazine "Mayr's Magazine – Knowledge for All" visited the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein last week. The focus was on the newly developed SatGrass app, which farmers can now use...
Species-rich wildflower meadows are among Styria's most valuable cultural landscapes. They not only shape the landscape but also provide vital habitat for bees, butterflies, and numerous other animal species. To...
On June 2, 2026, Lebenshilfe Ennstal and HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein celebrated 25 years of successful collaboration in horticulture. From 10:00 a.m. onwards, supporters of Lebenshilfe, gardening enthusiasts, and all...
At the end of May 2026, Dr. Bernhard Krautzer retired after decades of dedicated service at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein. With his departure, our institution loses a figure who significantly shaped the development...
The "Climate Practitioner in Grassland" course was organized by Bio-Austria. This multi-day training program aims to optimally prepare participants for future production conditions. The course concluded at the Moarhof farm and in...
At a large celebration on May 5th at the Chamber of Commerce in Gröbming, the graduates of apprenticeships with distinction, their training companies and new master craftswomen and craftsmen of the region were honored at “Stars of Styria 2026”.
It will soon be that time again: HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein, in cooperation with European Hoofcare, is organizing the next diploma course for “Instructor of functional hoof care”.
The Long Night of Research on Friday, April 24th, was once again a resounding success, with the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein participating in the Palm House in the castle gardens. The overwhelmingly positive feedback from visitors was particularly gratifying...
As part of the Austria-wide Science Week 2026, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Climate and Environmental Protection, Regions and Water Management (BMLUK) together with the University of Agricultural and Environmental Education...
The research project “Hay Quality Upgrade” evaluates hay quality from farms throughout Austria via the “LK Hay Project 2026” using new quality criteria for protein, energy, and DCAB (digestible dairy cows) to improve the feeding of dairy cows...
In the project (scientific activity) “NEBO-S – Testing of novel floor elements as lying area in pig fattening”, the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein is developing an innovative barn floor solution for fattening pigs...
On April 24, 2026, the Long Night of Research 2026 will take place throughout Austria, and the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein will participate together with the other research-active departments of the BMLUK in the Palm House in the Burggarten/Vienna....
From Monday, June 29th to Wednesday, July 1st, an excursion to South Tyrol will take place.
As project manager for Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft mbH (Federal Real Estate Company), Bernd Göschl, a certified engineer, has successfully co-planned, overseen, and implemented numerous construction projects for HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein with us over many years. In doing so, he has...
The Muscaris first harvest from the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein experimental garden has been bottled! The approximately 200 vines are cultivated and cared for in close cooperation with the Silberberg Education Center for Fruit and Wine Growing.
The Erasmus+ project SmartStep brings together international partners to develop practical solutions for the sustainable management and improvement of grassland. The focus is on biodiversity, climate change, modern monitoring methods, and...
The implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) requires ongoing monitoring and thorough evaluation. On behalf of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Climate and Environmental Protection, Regions and Water Management, the...
The annual regional ski championship took place in Zauchensee on March 6, 2026. The colleagues from HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein were in excellent form and achieved numerous top placements.
ReNaturEnns - Students from HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein research aquatic ecology and river management. Just in time for World Water Day on March 22, 2026, the ReNaturEnns project will start, involving 35 students from HBLFA...
Two practical workshops on edible wild herbs in grassland. In spring, grassland is full of valuable, edible plants – often overlooked, but rich in flavor and nutrients. The HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein invites you to a workshop in May 2026...
Proper hoof care is a key component of animal health, performance, and welfare in cattle farming. Regular and professional hoof care significantly contributes to preventing lameness and...
Online introductory course for the SatGrass App Gumpenstein: Digitalization opens up exciting new opportunities for agriculture! With the SatGrass App Gumpenstein, which will be available free of charge to farmers throughout Austria from mid-March 2026...
As part of the projects on the use of GPS technologies in pasture management, the second workshop on the topic of "Pasture GPS" took place. Building on the content of the first workshop, the findings to date were summarized and expanded upon.
Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing agriculture. Grassland, in particular – the most important source of feed for cattle farming in many regions of Austria – is highly sensitive to climatic changes...
Federal Minister Norbert Totschnig presented the new 2026–2030 research program of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Climate and Environmental Protection, Regions and Water Management (BMLUK) on March 3, 2026. The aim is to...
The IBeSt project (“Innovations for existing pig rearing and fattening facilities in Austria – for the benefit of animals and humans”) was successfully completed in December 2025 and is therefore history…
On Thursday, February 26, 2026, the annual Works Council Forum of the Styrian Chamber of Agricultural Workers took place at the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein. Numerous participants took advantage of the opportunity for professional exchange and...
On February 19th and 20th, 2026, the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein became the meeting place for numerous sheep and goat farmers from all over Austria. During the breeding days, organized by the ÖBSZ together with the NTÖ, the focus was on knowledge,...
As part of the conference “Innovations in the Alpine Region”, which will take place on April 8th and 9th, 2026 at the Innovation Centre of Traktorenwerk Lindner GmbH in Kundl (Tyrol), our employee Alfred Pöllinger-Zierler will also give a technical presentation.
On February 5, 2026, the kick-off meeting for the "Heimathuhn" (Home Chicken) project took place at the Eiermacher GmbH company premises in Kremsmünster. The project aims to develop a future-proof, integrable system for small-scale...
Research for practical application. School for life. The HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein unites applied research and modern agricultural education under one roof. Our research delivers practical solutions for...
The Pig Day, organized by Bio Austria in cooperation with the Organic Institute of the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein as part of the Bio Austria Farmers' Days, took place on January 28, 2026, in the usual beautiful setting of the Schloss Puchberg Education Center in Pichl...
At the University of Agricultural and Environmental Education in Vienna, in cooperation with the HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein, Institute for Animal, Technology and Environment, a master's thesis on labor management was completed as part of the IbeSt+ project...
A recent collaborative project between HBLFA Raumberg-Gumpenstein and Vetmeduni Vienna investigated the suitability of rumen sensors for predicting the risk of hypocalcemia (milk fever, recumbency) in dairy cows...
Under the motto "Deepening organic education – shaping and implementing it together," this year's organic networking seminar "Organic Farming in the Classroom" brought together teachers, consultants, and scientists from the field of...
