Lower Bavaria's Eco-regions Discover Paths Towards Organic Transition
The region of Lower Bavaria recently witnessed a surge of interest in organic farming, as evidenced by the successful turnout of the event titled "Bio - What's in it for me?". Held on June 2025, the informational gathering attracted over 50 farms, demonstrating the growing curiosity and commitment towards sustainable agriculture in the area.
The event, supported by various organizations such as the offices for nutrition, agriculture, and forestry (AELF), the school for organic farming in Landshut, the state institute for agriculture (LfL), the Bavarian Farmers' Association (BBV), and the Bavarian Association for Organic Farming (LVO), offered a wealth of practical perspectives and factual information on market conditions, funding, and conversion processes.
Josef Höflsauer, a Bioland farm with poultry and arable farming from Hohenthann/Volkenschwand, shared his daily operations, challenges, and opportunities in organic farming. Holger Reising from LfL provided a compact overview of the current market situation for organic grains, meat, and eggs, emphasizing that the market is thriving and the demand for regional organic products continues to rise.
Michael Lobinger from the school for organic farming in Landshut discussed the process of conversion to organic farming, providing information on contact partners and support offers available in the region. Peter Huber from BBV Lower Bavaria presented specific offers for organic farms by the farmers' association. Johannes Pfell, a bio-dairy farmer from Obernzell, offered similar practical insights into his daily operations and the conversion to organic farming.
Participants also learned about current market developments, consulting and funding offers, and practical experiences with the conversion to organic farming from presentations by participating organic model regions. Johannes Hoffmann from AELF Landau a.d. Isar-Pfarrkirchen detailed possible funding programs for farms undergoing conversion to organic farming.
The event was not just an exchange of information, but also a chance for farmers to connect directly with experts and professional colleagues. Maria Hohenester (LVO) presented organic farming associations active in Bavaria and their services, while the BioRegio farm network was highlighted as a platform for interested farmers to gain direct insights into the work of colleagues practicing organic farming in "farmer-to-farmer" individual discussions.
The high attendance at the event confirmed the relevance of the topic in the region, according to the organizers. With the growing interest and support for organic farming, it seems that Lower Bavaria is poised to make significant strides in sustainable agriculture. The event served as a testament to the region's commitment to a greener, healthier future.
