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IAMO Forum 2024
Amidst rising competition for land resources and unprecedented global transformations IAMO Forum 2024 aims to unravel the manifold functions and roles of land for our environment, society, and economy.
IAMO researches on frameworks and institutions
This thematic complex focuses on the political and institutional framework conditions of the agricultural sector and rural areas.
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IAMO researches on resilient agricultural systems
The thematic complex identifies challenges and functions of agriculture and analyzes the resilience of agricultural systems in the context of policy frameworks.
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IAMO researches on environmental risks
The thematic complex examines the impact of environmental changes on rural livelihoods and develops strategies to better respond to resource scarcity, disasters, and weather extremes.
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IAMO researches on livelihoods and migration
This thematic complex focuses on the analysis of quality of life in rural areas and investigates the decision-making behavior of rural households with regard to employment, migration, and investment and consumption behavior.
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IAMO researches on world’s food supply and supply chains
Based on the increasing importance of the transition countries in Europe and Asia for the global food system, this thematic complex focuses on the functioning of value chains and their role in international food security.
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IAMO researches on innovations and knowledge
This thematic complex focuses on the pre-conditions for and socio-economic consequences of innovation processes in agricultural production, supply chains, and knowledge networks.
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News
Save the Date: GFFA expert panel on 19 January 2024
Within the framework of the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture (GFFA), IAMO in cooperation with the German Agribusiness Alliance (GAA) organises a panel discussion on “Sovereign, resilient, sustainable. World food and agricultural production of the future on the Eurasian continent”.
IAMO Strengthening International Collaboration through Participating High-end Events in China
In a commendable effort to bolster international partnerships and foster collaborative initiatives, particularly with Chinese partners, Professor Thomas Glauben, Director of IAMO and Dr. Zhanli Sun together with other IAMO colleagues, recently participated in a series of conferences and events in...
IAMO participates in German delegation at Uzbekistan’s InnoWeek
From 15 to 20 October 2023, IAMO researcher Nodir Djanibekov participated in the German delegation to Uzbekistan organized by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and attended the InnoWeek in Tashkent.
Remembering Professor Dr. habil. Heinrich Hockmann
With profound sadness, we announce that our esteemed colleague and friend, Professor Heinrich Hockmann, passed away on October 30, 2023 after a long and severe illness.
The Institute
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Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition Economies (IAMO)
The Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition Economies (IAMO) analyses economic, social and political processes of change in the agricultural and food sector, and in rural areas. The geographic focus covers the enlarging EU, transition regions of Central, Eastern and South Eastern Europe, as well as Central and Eastern Asia.
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IAMO Forum 2024
The IAMO Forum 2024 will take place from 26-28 June 2024 to discuss "The Functions of Land in Times of Change: Environmental, Social, and Economic perspectives" in Halle (Saale), Germany.
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IAMO atmosphere is characterized by inquisitive scientific minds and friendly and respectful personal interaction – ideal preconditions for outstanding research and education. Gender equity and equality of opportunity, reconciling one’s work and family life, as well as supporting employees’ advanced professional training are all very high on IAMO’s agenda.
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IAMO in the Media
Wissenschaft im Dialog
26 October 2023
Farmers need to be active actors in climate communication
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Agra-Europe
13 October 2023
Agricultural economist Balmann calls for a turnaround in agricultural policy
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