In response to the sustainability issues that agriculture faces in advanced economies,
agroecology has gained increasing relevance in scientific, political, and social debates. This …

Winter oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.) is the dominant oilseed crop in northern Europe.
Generally, it requires high amounts of nitrogen (N) but is characterized by low N-efficiency …

Increasing the use of synthetic fertilisers and pesticides in agroecosystems has led to higher
crop yields, accompanied by a decline in biodiversity at the levels of field, cropping system …

The positive effect of grain legume pre-crops on the yield of the subsequent crop has been
studied widely, whereas less information is available on the nitrogen (N) processes related …

During the last decades the acreage of winter oilseed rape has been increased
considerably in Europe. Rapeseed can take up a large amount of nitrogen before winter (> …

Living mulches are generally seen as a possible way to decrease the reliance on pesticides.
We investigated the effect of a frost-sensitive legume living mulch on weed control during the …

Abstract Camelina [Camelina sativa (L.) Crantz] is an emerging oilseed crop combining both
industrial and agronomic advantages. Camelina seed yield, oil and protein contents, and …

The development of sustainable cropping systems is a key priority for agronomists and crop
scientists. A first step involves understanding the relationship between cropping system …

New cropping systems are needed to meet the increasing demand for sustainable feedstock
for food, feed, fibre, and fuel. However, the lack of agronomic knowledge has been shown to …

In this study, the agricultural inputs, energy requirements and costs associated with the
production of semi-dwarf (PR45 D03 and Avenir) and long-stem (Visby) cultivars of winter …