Publications

Marigold - an all-purpose plant with a wide range of medicinal effects. 

This flower is naturally found in some vineyards of our network of agroecological lighthouses. Because of its many uses, harvesting pesticide-free flowers could become an added revenue for agroecological farmers. 

The flowers lend a dash of color while adding a mild flavor to recipes. It has many uses, including natural dye to give cheese and butter a more appealing yellow, as dried flowers for teas. One culinary delight that is sure to surprise is fried marigold. Dip the flowers in batter sweetened with honey, then deep-fry until golden brown. The crispy titbits are served as finger food or in summer salads ( Encyclopædia Britannica, 2023).

 

 

Bat watching in Austin, Texas

In Austin, the capital of Texas, flying Mexican bats have become a tourist attraction. City dwellers have adopted them as neighbors who happily run urban insect mitigation and provide a stunning nighttime show.

The precious fruit of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), a very long-lived evergreen leguminous plant typical of the Mediterranean landscape, which together with the olive tree characterizes the warmest area of the Oleo-Ceratonieto and plays an important role in agroforestry systems.

Quality of Calabrian briar obtained by Erica arborea for the production of the renowned handcrafted pipe of Brognaturo.

Agroecological Lighthouse "Giardini Di Aristeo". Bees, Biodiversity, Health - Educational Opportunities

I'm very glad to announce that on 28 December 2022 a new Agroecological Lighthouse has been established. The Farm "Giardini di Aristeo", in Brattirò di Drapia

Agroecological lighthouse "Le stagioni" - Agroforestry 

The "Le Stagioni" company, located in San Marcello, near Ancona, is focused on Agroforestry with an emphasis on water resource management.

MONTERENZIO (BO), AGROECOLOGICAL TRANSITION AND INTERNAZIONALIZATION. Saturday, August 7th 2021 our brilliant international student Saeed Safwat, of Heliopolis University (Cairo, Egypt) arrived in Monteveglio (BO) where he was warmly welcomed by the Mayor, Ivan Mantovani, and by the Councilor Fabrizio Santi. Saeed will support the AgroEcological Transition of Monterenzio, as part of the Agreement between the University of Bologna and the Municipality involving farmers and citizens of the Metropolitan City of Bologna, with the aim to establish an authentic Bio-District rich in Biodiversity, Knowledge, Labour and Health. Saeed will work to promote the biodiversity of the territory, the well-being of bees and sustainable honey production and AgroEcology. Welcome to Saeed!

THE UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA IN THE TERRITORIES.

Trip to Casola Valsenio, a town in the province of Ravenna in Emilia Romagna, with our colleague Prof. Maria Fiorenza Caboni and Dr. Franco Spada for a visit to the Scania  in Settefonti Dairy Farm, an authentic paradise!

Breathtaking landscapes, goats, sheep, cows, pastures, cheeses, yogurt, artisanal ice cream.
Tradition, art, great sensitivity for innovation.

Thanks to Stefania Malavolti and her family for the nice welcome and many compliments!

Sangiovese in Romagna, Saludecio, Rimini July 31 2021, Sangiovese in Romagna, Saludecio, Rimini, an area vulnerable to drought, no irrigation. PASS takes care of soil and and support growers to counteract climate change and desertification producing excellent wines.

THE UNIVERSITY OF BOLOGNA IN ROMAGNA.

 

Romagna is wonderful! Today (11 August 2021) we are in Saludecio, near Rimini, in the La Levata vineyard.

What magnificent bunches of Sangiovese! Despite the drought and the scorching temperatures, without giving a drop of water.
The care of the soil, the love for the vine, for biodiversity and for one's work give miracles.
We will organize a pilgrimage open to tourists on the Adriatic Riviera.

Negretto grape variety

Also known as Negrettino, Negrettino Bolognese, Nigret or Nigärtén (in Bolognese dialect).

Diffusion area: Typical cultivation area is the province of Bologna, but it is also found in the Ravenna area.

At the end of the nineteenth century, Negrettino was the predominant grape variety in the specialized vineyards of the Bologna area, both for its abundant production and because it was resistant to powdery mildew.

It is a wine grape, to be used mostly in blends or blends, as it tends to have little acidity, a lot of sugar and a lot of color.

Negretto is vinified with the more famous Barbera or in purity.

Teaching on Two Wheels