Ecological Agriculture and Sustainable Water Recycling at Farm Level
- Country: Austria
- Lead Partner: LEBEN IN GEMEINSCHAFT (LIG)
- Other Partners: ALCHEMIA-NOVA (ANRI)
- Sector: Central (Midland)
Pilot #4 is based at Cambium, a community and eco-village in Fehring, Austria, covering 4 hectares orchards and grassland, 1.500 m² market gardening. At Cambium, sustainable and innovative agricultural practices are promoted through circular economic approaches and on-farm water recycling.
Residents from the eco-village cultivate a diverse range of products including crops, fruits, vegetables, cereals, and legumes, forming a dynamic and integrated food production ecosystem.
Cambium is in close collaboration with neighboring organic farmers and local networks. Special focus is placed on the reuse of water and nutrients from non-conventional sources aligning the project with the site’s unique potential as a hub for social, ecological, and economic sustainability.
Objectives
Advancing Water and Nutrient Recycling
Circular Economy in Practice
Empowering Communities Through Sustainability
Technology in Action
Rainwater harvesting, storage and reuse in agriculture
Innovative Organic Waste Management
Atmospheric Water Condensation
Why GEORGIA Stands Out
GEORGIA is redefining rural/peri-urban agriculture at the farm level by creating fully integrated water and nutrient cycles. Here’s how GEORGIA supports sustainable food production in rural/peri-urban settings: