Living Lab Animal Husbandry

The ILVO Living Lab Animal Husbandry is a unique innovation ecosystem that fosters innovation in the Flemish livestock sector. By bringing together scientific researchers, farmers, industry partners, and policymakers, it accelerates the transformation towards a more sustainable pig, cattle, and poultry production. Through a co-creation approach, the Living Lab translates scientific knowledge into practical, farm-level innovations that address real-world challenges. Controlled experiments conducted in both state-of-the-art ILVO research facilities and commercial farms enable the rapid validation, refinement, and implementation of innovative solutions.

The Pig, Cattle, and Poultry Information Centers act as accessible hubs for stakeholder engagement, knowledge exchange, and collaboration. The Living Lab’s key strength lies in its ability to bridge scientific excellence and practical implementation, fostering the exchange of both scientific and tacit knowledge.

Areas of work:

• Agriculture and (Agri-) Food
• Circular Economy
• Education and/or Vocational Training
• Emerging Technologies (e.g. AI, AR/VR)
• Environment/Climate Change
• Food
• Water (Blue Economy)