Multi-Actor Advisory Board

Kevin Wolz, is the CEO of Canopy Farm Management (USA) and a lead scientist at the Savanna Institute, combining expertise in biology, agroecology, and engineering. With a background in biogeochemical cycling, ecological monitoring, biophysical modeling, and economic analyses, Kevin leads efforts to expand agroforestry services across the Midwest through Canopy, a venture initiated by the Savanna Institute and Grantham Environmental Trust. Beyond his executive roles, he actively engages in agroforestry on his two farms in Champaign County, IL, fostering innovation and hands-on learning in sustainable land management.

Professor at University of reading (UK), and coordinating REFOREST project, Martin teaches Environmental Management and focuses on agroforestry as a sustainable land management system that merges agriculture with forestry to enhance ecosystem services. His research explores how agroforestry can increase system stability, improve soil biodiversity, and optimize resource use, thereby providing solutions to climate change challenges.

Philippe is a scientific Project Officer at the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission. With a Ph.D. in Plant Physiology and Ecology from Paris-Orsay University, he joined the JRC in 2000 and has since focused on crop yield modeling and forecasting. Skilled in remote sensing imagery across agricultural and environmental sectors, contributes to diverse projects including crop yield forecasts, illegal dumping site identification, and environmental impact assessments of mining activities. A key member of the CAPLAND group, he provides essential support to DG Agriculture and Member States for implementing the Common Agricultural Policy’s First Pillar. Current work involves using…

Agricultural Engineer and Research Project Manager at AGROOF Consulting, Camile plays a pivotal role in coordinating and managing agroforestry system design projects. Her responsibilities include overseeing field experiments focused on plant production and participating in scientific advisory boards for experimental sites across France. Camile excels in orchestrating complex agroforestry design operations that demand a participatory approach, integrating the expertise of various stakeholders to optimize project outcomes.

Professor at Coventry University (UK), and a co-founder of the university’s agroecology research centres, CAFS and CAWR, located at Ryton Organic Gardens. With over 35 years of experience in organic horticulture and farming research, Ulrich has specialized in organic horticulture, agroecology, and ecological economics.

Secretary General of PEFC Italy, promotes sustainable forest management, being Deputy Coordinator of IUFRO Working Party 9.01.03, dedicated to extension and knowledge exchange.