Agricultural Sciences
Are gone-wild grapevines a danger to viticulture?
Research
WSL
Flavescence dorée, a dreaded grapevine disease among winegrowers, is spreading beyond cultivated vineyards. A joint study by the federal research institute WSL and Agroscope shows that gone-wild grapevines and related vector insects contribute to the spread of the disease in the forest.
Intelligent microphones track wild animals
TechTransfer
EPFL
To support environmental conservation efforts, an EPFL start-up has developed a smart microphone system that can record and analyze the sounds made by animals.
Inviting trouble: How the tree of heaven promotes the advance of the stink bug
Research
WSL
Non-native plants promote the spread of invasive insects, increasing risks to ecosystems worldwide.
Crop forecasting from space
TechTransfer
ETH Zurich
ETH spin-off Terensis is able to forecast the harvest yield and climate risks such as droughts and frost with the help of satellites. This not only helps farmers to plan. Authorities and insurance companies can also predict damage more efficiently.
Scientists map biodiversity changes in the world's forests
Research
EPFL
A group of EPFL and ETH Zurich scientists have mapped the biodiversity in forests worldwide. Their data, when combined with climate projections, reveal trends that could support ecosystem conservation and restoration efforts.
Mosaic grassland landscapes are the most beneficial
Research
ETH Zurich
Like forests, grassland provides numerous ecological, economic and social benefits. Researchers have investigated ways to maintain and improve these benefits in the Swiss canton of Solothurn.
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