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Albertine Ekkels, pioneers innovative rural experiences to reconnect with nature
For Albertine Ekkels, farming is about more than food production, it’s about connection. At 34, she runs a mixed farm in the northern Netherlands alongside her husband and two other partners. Together, they care for 70 cows and almost 700…
From farmer to teacher: Petra Commijs’ mission to prepare the next generation
At just 28 years old, Petra Commijs has already experienced the highs and lows of running a family farm, and the painful decision to let it go. She was part of the fourth generation of dairy farmers in her family….
Professor Sally Shortall sheds light on gender inequality in agriculture in new article
Our coordinator, Professor Sally Shortall, has published a new article on the vital research of the GRASS CEILING project. The article, titled “Breaking the grass ceiling: Gender inequality in agriculture”, provides a comprehensive overview of our findings and mission. In…
Dorieke Goodjik: from camels to leadership, a vision for social innovation in agriculture
In the rural town of Berlicum, Netherlands, Dorieke Goodijk is redefining what it means to be a farmer, and a leader. A camel farmer and entrepreneur, Dorieke is building a unique bridge between hands-on agricultural work and broader policy engagement,…
Rosa Gallardo: “La transformación digital necesita políticas públicas con soluciones pensadas desde la experiencia de la mujer rural”
Rosa Gallardo, Directora de la Cátedra Internacional de Inteligencia Artificial y Agricultura (Universidad de Córdoba – España) La profesora Rosa Gallardo, Directora de la Cátedra Internacional sobre Inteligencia Artificial y Agricultura, de la Universidad de Córdoba (España) ha hablado con…
Rosa Gallardo: “Digital transformation needs public policies based on the real-life experience of rural women”
Rosa Gallardo, Director of the International Chair of Artifical Intelligence (University of Córdoba – Spain) Professor Rosa Gallardo, Director of the International Chair on Artificial Intelligence and Agriculture at the University of Córdoba (Spain), has spoken with the GRASS CEILING…
Silvija Terlević, članica hrvatskog Living Laba, pobijedila na županijskom natjecanju u oranju u Poreču
Dana 31. kolovoza 2025. u Poreču (Istra) održano je županijsko natjecanje u oranju. Ukupno 12 najboljih orača pokazalo je svoje vještine u dvije kategorije: oranje plugom ravnjakom i oranje plugom okretačem (premetnjakom). Po prvi put je održano i žensko natjecanje…
Silvija Terlević, Croatian Living Lab member, triumphs at County Ploughing Championship in Poreč, Croatia
On August 31, 2025, the County Ploughing Championship took place in Poreč (Istria). Twelve of the best ploughmen showcased their skills in two categories: conventional ploughing and reversible ploughing. For the first time, a women’s competition was also held, with our croatian…
The Keane sisters’ sweet success: a story of an Irish chocolate brand rooted in sustainability and female leadership
Nestled in County Wexford, Ireland, Bean and Goose Chocolate has crafted distinctive, sustainable chocolates for over a decade. Co-founded by Karen and Natalie Keane, this family business has blossomed from a humble kitchen startup into a vibrant workshop employing a…