landwirtschaftsbasierte

Landwirtschaftsbasierte is a German adjective describing processes, products, or analyses that rely on agricultural resources, activities, or landscapes as their foundational input. The term is used to mark approaches that are rooted in farming or agricultural supply chains, distinguishing them from innovations based on non-agricultural sectors.

In practice, agriculture-based concepts appear in the broader bioeconomy, sustainability reporting, and agrifood technology. Examples include landwirtschaftsbasierte Biokraftstoffe (biofuels produced from crops or agricultural residues), landwirtschaftsbasierte Biotechnologien (biotechnologies applied to agricultural production), and landwirtschaftsbasierte Kreislaufwirtschaft (circular economy strategies using farm wastes and by-products).

Advantages commonly associated with agriculture-based approaches include potential rural development, reduced dependence on fossil resources, and contributions to energy security and material sustainability. At the same time, challenges and criticisms exist, such as competition for arable land, possible effects on food prices, and the necessity of robust life-cycle assessments to avoid unfavorable environmental trade-offs.

The concept is frequently discussed within the German-speaking policy, research, and industry communities, particularly in relation to the bioeconomy and sustainable agricultural innovation. It emphasizes the link between farming practices and broader economic, environmental, and societal goals.