Amidst rising competition for land resources and unprecedented global transformations, this conference aims to unravel the manifold functions and roles of land for our ever-evolving environment, society, and economy. We seek to understand how land contributes environmental sustainability, social equity, food security and economic prosperity. In an era marked by swift urbanization, conflicts and warfare, the climate and biodiversity crises, shifting land-use patterns, and changing demographics, understanding, managing, and harnessing the functions of land have become imperative. We aim to bring together experts from different disciplines with their particular perspectives. Our inter- and transdisciplinary conference provides a unique platform to share innovative insights, rigorous research, and practical solutions that address the complex challenges and opportunities associated with land use.

Topic of day 2 is "The role of land for resilient and sustainable agricultural systems". Prof Waha's presentation focuses on "The role of diversification in increasing resilience and socio-economic outcomes of agricultural systems".

Further keynote speakers on this day are Laura Vang Rasmussen (University of Copenhagen, Denmark), Laurens Klerkx (Unversidad de Talca, The Netherlands) and Maryna Kovalova (LLC Agritech Market Development, Ukraine).