The TREASoURcE project promotes circular economy solutions with a particular focus on the use of biobased side streams. The project has developed a policy brief for policy makers, highlighting the importance of continuing and strengthening support for the biogas sector in Finland. The policy brief highlights the key role of biogas production in increasing energy […]
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Reed grass is an abundant yet underutilized natural resource in Finland. Harvested from shorelines and wetlands, it provides significant environmental benefits and opens up new possibilities for utilizing biobased side streams. Reed is highly versatile, and its harvesting and processing bring notable ecological advantages. Harvesting not only clears shoreline and wetland areas but also removes
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Aki Laaksonen, the owner of Kivilä farm, has been committed to developing his crop production farm in Mynämäki, Finland, with a long-term vision. Embracing circular economy practices, he utilizes a variety of side streams to enhance his production and reduce reliance on external fertilizers. His dedication to improving soil health is yielding positive results. Sustainability
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Farm productivity, and thus also farm economy, can be positively influenced with a diverse crop rotation. The main benefits are improved soil condition, reduced pressure from pests, diseases and weeds, and improved resilience to various environmental stresses. Monoculture, i.e., growing the same crop species on the same plot each year, can significantly reduce yields due
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