Programmes

Session contents and keywords

There are five plenary sessions (1–5), each followed by two parallel sessions (A and B). Themes of plenary (bold) and parallel (italics) sessions are presented below, including some key words for expected/desired content.

Plenary session 4. Grassland-based production in Europe – pathways for future success

Session 4A. The future of the grassland farmer

The session includes topics such as:

• Public expectations – environment, landscape, ethics
• Working conditions
• Cost of production – Europe vs. other continents
• Social situation in rural areas
• Locally produced food
• Novel alternatives for grassland use

Session 4B. Forage-based animal production

The session includes topics such as:

• Large production on forage-based diets
• Grass silage in feed rations
• Feed efficiency with large quantities of forage
• Pasture vs. indoor feeding
• Grazing and pasture management
• Animal health, welfare and behaviour