@article{LauterbachBrunsHaering2023, author = {Lauterbach, Josephine and Bruns, Antonia Johanna and H{\"a}ring, Anna Maria}, title = {Exploring Consumer Preference towards the On-Farm Slaughtering of Beef in Germany: A Discrete Choice Experiment}, series = {Foods}, journal = {Foods}, number = {12}, publisher = {MDPI}, issn = {2304-8158}, doi = {10.3390/foods12183473}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-7753}, pages = {15}, year = {2023}, abstract = {Current production standards and communication campaigns about animal welfare in relation to beef strongly emphasise the "humane" rearing of cattle. Aspects such as transport and slaughtering conditions are often overlooked in both production standards and communications with consumers. Long transport routes and conventional slaughtering can cause significant stress to animals and have negative impacts on their welfare and on meat quality. On-farm slaughter can address these criticisms. Communicating the value of low-stress slaughtering conditions like on-farm slaughtering may offer significant sales potential for a premium market segment. In this study, we explore consumers' preferences and willingness to pay for beef that is slaughtered on-farm rather than in conventional abattoirs. We conducted an online survey (n = 400) in 2022, with a sample that is representative of the German population with respect to gender, age, income and education. Our survey included a discrete choice experiment for the purchase of minced beef, incorporating product attributes that influence purchase decisions. These included: price, information on the social, economic and environmental benefits of regional production, different production standards (conventional/organic) and information on on-farm slaughtering. Our findings indicate that consumers derive the highest utility from a low price, followed by information about on-farm slaughtering. Participants indicated a preference for information on high animal welfare over high beef quality. We conclude that highlighting on-farm slaughtering could be a significant benefit in marketing premium beef products.}, language = {en} } @article{KereselidzePilarskaGuntadzeetal.2022, author = {Kereselidze, Manana and Pilarska, Daniela and Guntadze, Nika and Linde, Andreas}, title = {Halyomorpha halys St{\aa}l, (Hemiptera:Pentatomidae) feeding effects on some agriculturalfruits in Georgia}, series = {Turkish Journal of Zoology}, volume = {46}, journal = {Turkish Journal of Zoology}, number = {3}, publisher = {T{\"u}bitak}, issn = {1300-0179}, doi = {10.55730/1300-0179.3058}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-7441}, pages = {298 -- 303}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Feeding effects of the invasive, polyphagous brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), Halyomorpha halys (Hemiptera:Pentatomidae), on some agricultural fruits (hazelnut, blueberry, mandarin, lemon) were investigated in Guria and Samegrelo regions of Georgia in 2019 and 2020. The damage to hazelnut kernels was evaluated when H. halys adults were allowed to feed on kernels in different stages of development. Furthermore, BMSB adults were allowed to feed on almost ripened fruits of blueberry, on small mandarin fruits which were not yet well developed, and on ripened fruits of mandarin. The evaluation of damage on lemon was recorded after allowing adult BMSB on small, not yet developed fruits and on almost developed fruits. It was shown that hazelnuts are susceptible to damage caused by feeding of BMSB throughout the entire period of kernel development (100\% of kernels were damaged and did not develop at all). Furthermore, BMSB damages blueberry severely (100\% damage) when the fruits are almost ripened. Damage to mandarin fruits in early development stages was over 90\%, and 100\% of ripened mandarin fruits dropped to the ground. We did not find any damage when BMSB was allowed to feed on Lemon throughout the development of the fruits.}, language = {en} } @article{FritzHolstLangetal.2022, author = {Fritz, Hilke and Holst, Jorrit and Lang, Daniel J. and N{\"o}lting, Benjamin and Parodi, Oliver and Potthast, Thomas and Singer-Brodowski, Mandy}, title = {Transformationspfade f{\"u}r eine Kultur der Nachhaltigkeit an deutschen Hochschulen}, series = {GAIA - Ecological Perspectives for Science and Society}, volume = {31}, journal = {GAIA - Ecological Perspectives for Science and Society}, number = {4}, publisher = {oekom Verlag}, issn = {0940-5550}, doi = {10.14512/gaia.31.4.14}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-7515}, pages = {254 -- 256}, year = {2022}, abstract = {Die Hochschulrektorenkonferenz hat sich 2018 f{\"u}r eine „Kultur der Nachhaltigkeit" ausgesprochen. Um dieses neue Leitbild f{\"u}r die Hochschulentwicklung auszugestalten, hat sich das Verbundvorhaben Hochschulen in Gesellschaft - Realexperimente transformativer Lern- und Forschungsprozesse f{\"u}r eine Kultur der Nachhaltigkeit an Hochschulen gegr{\"u}ndet. Es will alle relevanten Stakeholder von Hochschulen ansprechen und einen wichtigen Impuls f{\"u}r die Nachhaltigkeitstransformation an Hochschulen setzen.}, language = {de} } @article{HartwigGrafFilipschacketal.2023, author = {Hartwig, Corinna and Graf, Verena and Filipschack, Maria and Kr{\"u}th, Katharina and N{\"o}lting, Benjamin and Raich, Stefan and Roose, Ilka}, title = {InNoWest st{\"a}rkt nachhaltige Entwicklung und Digitalisierung in Nord-West-Brandenburg}, series = {GAIA - Ecological Perspectives for Science and Society}, journal = {GAIA - Ecological Perspectives for Science and Society}, publisher = {oekom Verlag}, issn = {0940-5550}, doi = {10.14512/gaia.32.2.12}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-7520}, pages = {269 -- 271}, year = {2023}, abstract = {In strukturschwachen l{\"a}ndlichen Regionen die nachhaltige Entwicklung und Digitalisierung durch Transferprojekte zu unterst{\"u}tzen und gemeinsam mit regionalen Akteuren weiterzuentwickeln - das ist das Ziel des Verbundvorhabens InNoWest - Einfach machen! Gemeinsam nachhaltig und digital in Nord-West-Brandenburg. Wir stellen das Projekt vor.}, language = {de} } @incollection{RiekRussZicheetal.2021, author = {Riek, Winfried and Russ, Alexander and Ziche, Daniel and Hentschel, Rainer and Brini, Andrea}, title = {Prognose zur Entwicklung der Rot-Buche unter ver{\"a}nderten Wasserhaushaltsbedingungen}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-5276}, publisher = {Hochschule f{\"u}r nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde}, pages = {104 -- 128}, year = {2021}, language = {de} } @article{deMiguelDiezPurfuerstAcunaetal.2023, author = {de Miguel-D{\´i}ez, Felipe and Purf{\"u}rst, Thomas and Acuna, Mauricio and Tolosana-Esteban, Eduardo and Cremer, Tobias}, title = {Estimation of conversion factors for wood stacks in landings and their influencing parameters: a comprehensive literature review for America and Europe}, series = {Silva Fennica}, volume = {57}, journal = {Silva Fennica}, number = {1}, publisher = {The Finnish Society of Forest Science}, issn = {2242-4075}, doi = {10.14214/sf.22018}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-6459}, pages = {47}, year = {2023}, abstract = {In commercial transaction of stacked roundwood, the estimation of the stack net volume plays a key role. One generalized method to determine the net volume is using conversion factors that relate the gross and net volumes. In this literature review the developed methods to estimate the conversion factors as well as their influencing parameters were analyzed based on 153 references from America and Europe. According to the results, 48 different methods (including their variants) for estimating the conversion factors were developed. The newest methods enabled their accurate determination inexpensively, e.g., photo-optical methods or 3D simulation models. The analyzed references revealed that 30 parameters influence the conversion factors. Based on this comprehensive review, each stakeholder involved in the roundwood supply chain can know which method is used for estimating the conversion factors in the analyzed territories and which influencing parameters should be considered when purchasing roundwood in order to accurately assess the solid wood content in the stacks.}, language = {en} } @article{FieldsendVargaBiroetal.2022, author = {Fieldsend, Andrew and Varga, Eszter and Bir{\´o}, Szabolcs and von M{\"u}nchhausen, Susanne and H{\"a}ring, Anna Maria}, title = {Multi-actor co-innovation partnerships in agriculture, forestry and related sectors in Europe: Contrasting approaches to implementation}, series = {Agricultural Systems}, volume = {202}, journal = {Agricultural Systems}, publisher = {Elsevier}, issn = {1873-2267}, doi = {10.1016/j.agsy.2022.103472}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-6475}, pages = {14}, year = {2022}, abstract = {CONTEXT Innovation is an important driver of increased productivity, sustainability and resilience in agriculture, forestry and related sectors. An analysis of how different types of multi-actor co-innovation partnerships function can help to identify the reasons why some are more successful than others in 'speeding up' innovation. OBJECTIVE To provide a framework for the analysis of the co-innovation process, we developed a multidimensional conceptual typology of co-innovation activities based on a review of 200 such partnerships involving farmers and foresters from across Europe. This framework is based on innovation systems theory and the prevailing policy context of the 'multi-actor approach'. METHODS The overarching concept or dependent variable measured by the typology is 'effectiveness of co-innovation by a multi-actor partnership' and the two dimensions of the overarching concept are the 'structural components of the Organisational Innovation System', with four categories, and 'attitude towards interaction', with two categories. The result is a matrix of eight 'ideal types' of co-innovation activity. These eight types are characterised according to first-order constructs derived from our research data. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS The results show that the co-innovation process can successfully take contrasting forms according to the 'contextual contingencies' encountered by the partnership. In other words, no one ideal type is intrinsically 'superior' to another but may be more 'appropriate' in given circumstances. Factors influencing approaches to implementation include actor capacities, aspirations and networks, the co-innovation topic and its influence on the partnership size and the workplan structure, the type of co-innovation activity outputs and the need to engage with the 'larger periphery' of stakeholders, and the nature of the enabling environment. SIGNIFICANCE The typology is not a classification since the ideal types represent organisational forms that might exist rather than real partnerships. However, the analytical framework it provides will help policy makers and programme managers to develop targeted interventions, according to actor needs and local circumstances, for 'speeding up' innovation.}, language = {en} } @article{BarthJimenezAceitunoPMLametal.2023, author = {Barth, Matthias and Jim{\´e}nez-Aceituno, Amanda and PM Lam, David and B{\"u}rgener, Lina and J Lang, Daniel}, title = {Transdisciplinary learning as a key leverage for sustainability transformations}, series = {Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability}, volume = {64}, journal = {Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability}, publisher = {Elsevier}, issn = {1877-3435}, doi = {10.1016/j.cosust.2023.101361}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-6483}, pages = {8}, year = {2023}, abstract = {Learning and transdisciplinary research are widely acknowledged as key components for achieving sustainability; however, the links between these concepts remain vague in the sustainability literature. Recently, emphasis has been given to transdisciplinary learning, highlighting its potential as an approach that contributes to solving real-world problems. To better understand and foster transdisciplinary learning for sustainability transformations, it is relevant to pay attention to two dimensions that define transdisciplinary learning: social interaction (individual learning in a social setting, as a group, or beyond the group), and learning forms (single-, double-, or triple-loop learning). This article introduces a conceptual framework built upon these two dimensions to understand three specific forms of transdisciplinary learning as a) individual competence development, b) experience-based collaboration, and c) societal interaction. This framework helps to clarify the design of learning processes as well as their interactions in transdisciplinary processes to support transformative change.}, language = {en} } @article{WeissvonWehrdenLinde2023, author = {Weiss, Fabio and von Wehrden, Henrik and Linde, Andreas}, title = {Random year intercepts in mixed models help to assess uncertainties in insect population trends}, series = {Insect Conservation and Diversity}, volume = {16}, journal = {Insect Conservation and Diversity}, number = {4}, publisher = {Wiley}, issn = {1752-4598}, doi = {10.1111/icad.12644}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-6496}, pages = {531 -- 537}, year = {2023}, abstract = {1. An increasing number of studies is investigating insect population trends based on time series data. However, the available data is often subject to temporal pseudoreplication. Inter-annual variability of environmental conditions and strong fluctuations in insect abundances can impede reliable trend estimation. Temporal random effect structures in regression models have been proposed as solution for this issue, but remain controversial. 2. We investigated trends in ground beetle abundance across 24 years using generalised linear mixed models. We fitted four models: A base model, a model featuring a random year intercept, a model featuring basic weather parameters, and a model featuring both random year intercept and weather parameters. We then performed a simple sensitivity analysis to assess the robustness of the four models with respect to influential years, also testing for possible spurious baseline and snapshot effects. 3. The model structure had a significant impact on the overall magnitude of the estimated trends. However, we found almost no difference among the models in how the removal of single years (sensitivity analysis) relatively affected trend coefficients. The two models with a random year intercept yielded significantly larger confidence intervals and their p-values were more sensitive during sensitivity analysis. Significant differences of the model with random year intercept and weather parameters to all other models suggest that the random year effects and specific weather effects are rather additive than interchangeable. 4. We conclude that random year intercepts help to produce more reliable and cautious uncertainty measures for insect population trends. Moreover, they might help to identify influential years in sensitivity analyses more easily. We recommend random year intercepts in addition to any variables representing temporally variable environmental conditions, such as weather variables.}, language = {en} } @article{SteckeldelRioHeymetal.2020, author = {Steckel, M. and del R{\´i}o, M. and Heym, M. and Aldea, J. and Bielak, K. and Brazaitis, G. and Čern{\´y}, J. and Coll, L. and Collet, C. and Ehbrecht, M. and Jansons, A. and Nothdurft, A. and Pach, M. and Pardos, M. and Ponette, Q. and Reventlow, D.O.J. and Sitko, R. and Svoboda, M. and Vallet, P. and Wolff, B. and Pretzsch, H.}, title = {Species mixing reduces drought susceptibility of Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) and oak (Quercus robur L., Quercus petraea (Matt.) Liebl.) - Site water supply and fertility modify the mixing effect}, series = {Forest Ecology and Management}, volume = {461}, journal = {Forest Ecology and Management}, publisher = {Elsevier}, issn = {0378-1127}, doi = {10.1016/j.foreco.2020.117908}, url = {http://nbn-resolving.de/urn:nbn:de:kobv:eb1-opus-5761}, pages = {18}, year = {2020}, abstract = {Tree species mixing has been widely promoted as a promising silvicultural tool for reducing drought stress. However, so far only a limited number of species combinations have been studied in detail, revealing inconsistent results. In this study, we analysed the effect of mixing Scots pine and oak (pedunculate oak and sessile oak) trees on their drought response along a comprehensive ecological gradient across Europe. The objective was to improve our knowledge of general drought response patterns of two fundamental European tree species in mixed versus monospecific stands. We focused on three null hypotheses: () tree drought response does not differ between Scots pine and oak, () tree drought response of Scots pine and oak is not affected by stand composition (mixture versus monoculture) and () tree drought response of Scots pine and oak in mixtures and monocultures is not modified by tree size or site conditions. To test the hypotheses, we analysed increment cores of Scots pine and oak, sampled in mixed and monospecific stands, covering a wide range of site conditions. We investigated resistance (the ability to maintain growth levels during drought), recovery (the ability to restore a level of growth after drought) and resilience (the capacity to recover to pre-drought growth levels), involving site-specific drought events that occurred between 1976 and 2015. In monocultures, oak showed a higher resistance and resilience than Scots pine, while recovery was lower. Scots pine in mixed stands exhibited a higher resistance, but also a lower recovery compared with Scots pine in monocultures. Mixing increased the resistance and resilience of oak. Ecological factors such as tree size, site water supply and site fertility were found to have significant effects on the drought response. In the case of Scots pine, resistance was increased by tree size, while recovery was lowered. Resistance of oak increased with site water supply. The observed mixing effect on the tree drought response of Scots pine and oak was in some cases modified by the site conditions studied. Positive mixing effects in terms of resistance and resilience of oak increased with site water supply, while the opposite was found regarding recovery. In contrast, site fertility lessened the positive mixing effect on the resistance of Scots pine. We hypothesise that the observed positive mixing effects under drought mainly result from water- and/or light-related species interactions that improve resource availability and uptake according to temporal and spatial variations in environmental conditions.}, language = {en} }