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Variety lists for organic crop production (Switzerland)

{Tool} Variety lists for organic crop production (Switzerland). [Sortensuche für den Bioanbau.] Creator(s): FiBL, Research Institute of Organic Agriculture and Bio Suisse. Issuing Organisation(s): Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL, Bio Suisse.

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Summary

This web-based tool provides comprehensive variety lists for organic farming in Switzerland, covering a wide range of crops such as cereals, potatoes and vegetables. It supports farmers and advisors in selecting suitable varieties based on agronomic performance, disease resistance and suitability for organic systems. The lists are regularly updated and compiled by experts. The tool functions as an online database and guidance resource. It is particularly useful for organic farmers, advisors and those converting to organic farming. While focused on Swiss conditions, many recommendations are relevant for temperate regions. Key recommendations include choosing resistant varieties and adapting variety choice to site-specific conditions.


Summary translation

Die Sortenlisten bieten eine umfassende Übersicht über empfohlene Sorten für den biologischen Anbau in der Schweiz. Sie unterstützen Landwirtinnen und Landwirte bei der Auswahl geeigneter Sorten hinsichtlich Ertrag, Krankheitsresistenz und Anbaueignung.

EPrint Type:Practice tool
Teaser:Find the best organic crop varieties
What problem does the tool address?:Farmers need reliable information on suitable crop varieties for organic farming systems adapted to local conditions.
What solution does the tool offer?:The tool provides curated organic variety lists with recommendations for different crops, helping farmers choose suitable varieties based on performance, resistance and suitability for organic production.
Country:Switzerland
Type of Practice Tool:Web
Keywords:crop production, cereal crops, legumes, oil crops, feed crops, root crops, cover plants, vegetables, temperate fruits, soft fruits, ornamental plants, seeds, varieties
Agrovoc keywords:
Language
Value
URI
English
crop production
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_5976
English
cereal crops
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_25512
English
legumes
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_4255
English
oil crops
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_5328
English
feed crops
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_2829
English
root crops
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_6641
English
cover plants
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_1936
English
vegetables
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_8174
English
temperate fruits
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_7655
English
soft fruits
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_7151
English
ornamental plants
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_5417
English
seeds
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_6946
English
varieties
http://aims.fao.org/aos/agrovoc/c_8157
Subjects: Crop husbandry > Production systems > Cereals, pulses and oilseeds
Crop husbandry > Production systems > Fruit and berries
Crop husbandry > Breeding, genetics and propagation
Crop husbandry > Production systems > Root crops
Research affiliation: Switzerland > Bio Suisse
Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Crops > Arable crops > Cereals
Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Crops > Arable crops > Legumes
Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Crops > Arable crops > Oilseeds
Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Crops > Arable crops > Root crop
Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Crops > Seeds and breeding > Seeds
Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Crops > Seeds and breeding > Varitey testing
Switzerland > FiBL - Research Institute of Organic Agriculture Switzerland > Crops > Special crops > Fruit
Related Links:https://www.bioaktuell.ch
Project ID:ofk
Deposited By: Forschungsinstitut für biologischen Landbau, FiBL
ID Code:57717
Deposited On:20 May 2026 08:05
Last Modified:20 May 2026 09:05
Document Language:German/Deutsch, French/Francais
Status:Published

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