3RD INTERNATIONAL BIODYNAMIC RESEARCH CONFERENCE
The whole and its parts
Researching biodynamic agriculture
Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester, United Kingdom
31 August - 4 September 2025
Invitation
Biodynamic agriculture is about taking responsibility for life on this planet. It seeks to maintain relationships of balance, recognizing that humans are part of the communion of all beings. We invite researchers interested in biodynamic agriculture to join the 3rd International Biodynamic Research Conference and share their work on holistic farming across all knowledge systems.
A holistic perspective
Biodynamic agriculture is an approach to farming based on cooperation with nature and natural processes. Preceding the development of organic farming and agroecology, it continues to offer both an alternative conceptual foundation and practical framework for the sustainable transformation of food and farming systems. It also acknowledges the socio-cultural and spiritual dimensions of agriculture.
To advance the sustainable transformation of food and farming, the complex and holistic nature of agriculture requires research that spans a plurality of knowledge systems and dimensions.
Research in biodynamic agriculture requires a holistic perspective – not only to account for the many dimensions of farming but also to embrace the potential contributions of diverse knowledge systems to truly understand, develop, and transform the field.
With the aim of discovering new perspectives in biodynamic agriculture research, the conference will place special emphasis on holistic approaches and study concepts.
We welcome research exploring various dimensions of biodynamics – whether ecological, artistic, humanistic, or economic – as well as research employing diverse methodologies and knowledge systems.
Conference Programme
The conference programme consists of keynote lectures, workshops, and research presentations in the form of short talks and poster discussions. Apart from the scientific programme, each day offers exercises in nature in the morning and a cultural or social activity in the evening.
Attend the Conference
Tickets
Conference tickets cover the full program and include breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks, and dinner.
- Regular price: 390 EUR
- Reduced price: 190 EUR
Reduced Price
Eligible for the reduced price are: students (undergraduate, graduate, or PhD candidates), retired and seniors, unemployed, people with assistance needs, and attendees arriving from countries outside of Europe.
Ticket Sales
If you have any questions regarding conference tickets, please contact the Section for Agriculture at the Goetheanum at biodynamic.research@goetheanum.ch.
Financial Support
A small amount of funding is available for contributors who would not be able to attend the conference without financial support. If you wish to apply for support, you can submit your application here.
Visa
Please
check here if you need an electronic travel authorization (ETA) or a visa to enter the United Kingdom. Contributors who need a visa may be provided with an invitation letter by the Biodynamic Association UK to support their application. Please contact
office@biodynamic.org.uk for further details.
Accommodation
You can book tickets which include accommodation at the guesthouse of the Royal Agricultural University at a special rate. The price below covers four nights: Check-in on 31 August, and check-out on 4 September.
- Single room: 200 EUR
- Shared twin room: 120 EUR
Extended Stay
If you would like arrive earlier or depart later, you can book additional nights directly with the university. Please email your request to
shortstay@rau.ac.uk and mention that you are attending the IBDRC. The university's standard rate applies for all additional nights.
Excursions
If you wish to take part in an excursion, you can reserve your spot when registering for the conference. The cost for excursions is separate from the conference ticket and shall be paid on-site in GBP. The price includes the excursion program, bus transfers, as well as meals and accommodation if applicable.
Languages
The conference language is English.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Companies are warmly invited to participate in the research conference through product or financial sponsorship. If you are able to support the conference, please contact biodynamic.research@goetheanum.ch for an individual arrangement.
Conference Venue
The conference takes place at the Royal Agricultural University (RAU) in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, England. Established in 1845, it was the first agricultural college in the English-speaking world. Today, the university provides more than 30 land-based undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to students from over 45 countries.
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Directions
The closest international airports are Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff and London Heathrow. Rail and bus connections are available from these cities to Kemble and Cirencester. A bus service is available to transport you the remaining three miles from Kemble Station to the University. There are regular bus services from London Victoria Station and Heathrow to Cirencester. The journey takes about two hours.
Address
Royal Agricultural University (RAU)
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Contact
For any questions, please feel free to contact us at
biodynamic.research@goetheanum.ch
Partners
Biodynamic Association (United Kingdom)
Biodynamic Federation Demeter International
Forschungsring
Section for Agriculture at the Goetheanum
Resources
Biodynamic Research: Factsheets and Booklets
Biodynamic Research in French language
Newsletter
If you wish to receive regular updates and news on the 3rd International Biodynamic Research Conference, please subscribe to the research newsletter of the Section for Agriculture at the Goetheanum.
