Nostradamus for Agridata

The German Agricultural Society (DLG) participates in the European Nostradamus Project, a groundbreaking EU initiative aimed at revolutionizing agriculture through data-driven decision-making. The Nostradamus project seeks to create data cubes that will enable farmers to pool and process valuable agricultural data, empowering them to make informed choices and improve their practices. These goals are also supported through the participation of DLG`s International Crop Production Center (IPZ) in Bernburg / Germany. 

The IPZ’s unique and pivotal role in the Nostradamus Project is to facilitate the integration of innovative agricultural solutions in Germany and also across Europe. It ensures the effective exchange of knowledge and expertise between diverse stakeholders supporting the project's implementation in Germany and beyond. Moreover, the IPZ's pivotal role in validating and testing technologies developed through the Nostradamus project directly and practically impacts farmers. By contributing to real-world use cases, such as the TRANSFORM project coordinated by the University of Applied Sciences Bernburg / Germany, the IPZ ensures that developed tools, including water management solutions, meet the practical needs of farmers. This sensible approach contributes to the refinement and scalability of the tools, ensuring their facile implementation in German and other European agricultural systems.

The IPZ’s role in enhancing policy engagement and market participation is significant. By facilitating interaction between stakeholders within Multi-Actor Platforms operated by the DLG, the IPZ can explore pros and cons of the digital services and systems developed through Nostradamus align with economic and sustainability objectives. The IPZ achieves this by promoting data availability, fostering digital inclusion, and ensuring the widespread implementation of these technologies will be accessible to all stakeholders. The result is a more resilient agricultural system, empowering farmers to adapt to water scarcity and climate change while enhancing productivity and sustainability.