BIO-CROP: Bio-Based Agroecosystem Transitions in the Baltic and Nordic Regions through Integrated Relay Cropping Systems

BIO-CROP is a collaborative research and innovation project designed to accelerate the transition to agroecological farming in the Baltic and Nordic regions. It introduces and implements Multilayered Relay Cropping Systems (MRCS) tailored to the region’s climatic and socioeconomic conditions. These systems integrate crop diversity, allelopathic species, and on-farm bio-based inputs to improve soil health, enhance biodiversity, reduce input dependency, and build long-term farm resilience. By addressing the limitations of conventional monocultures and chemical-intensive practices, BIO-CROP aligns directly with the European Green Deal, the Farm to Fork Strategy, the EU Soil Strategy for 2030, and the objectives of the CAP for more sustainable and resilient food systems.