We are fully committed to integrating agricultural businesses into the structures of rural areas.
We deal with the specific challenges and potential of rural regions. We examine processes of change, structural change in agriculture and rural areas, social interaction and the multifunctional aspects of agriculture in these areas. We also analyse demographic developments and their impact on the value chain and social cohesion in rural areas. . The goal is to develop recommendations and strategies to improve the quality of life and infrastructure in these regions.
The DLG Committee for Development of Rural Areas
The DLG Committee for Development of Rural Areas deals with topics that reflect the close integration of agricultural businesses in rural areas and provides inspiration for integrative problem solving. We are representatives of local authorities and land development organisations, scientists from the field of structural development and experts from administration and agricultural practice. The committee meets twice a year to discuss current and future issues and prepare public activities. We organise public lectures, panel discussions and workshops with outstanding personalities from Germany and Europe.
Current topics
- Effects of agricultural structural change and change processes in rural areas on the situation and options for action of agricultural families
- Location requirements for economic development and life in rural areas
Areas represented
- Agriculture
- Consulting
- Science
- Trade
- Processing
Prof. Dr. Alfons Balmann
Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Development
in Central and Eastern Europe (IAMO)
Theodor-Lieser-Str. 2
06120 Halle, Germany
Dr. Achim Schaffner
DLG-Fachzentrum Landwirtschaft
Eschborner Landstr. 122
60489 Frankfurt/M., Germany
Tel.: + 49 69 24788-321
A.Schaffner@DLG.org