This publication showcases a number of different forms of collective action in Hungary and Croatia to provide a better understanding of their specific contexts, operations, challenges and opportunities supported by the activities carried out within the frame of the BOND Project (Bringing Organisations and Network Development to higher levels in the Farming Sector in Europe).

The report demonstrates how networking, sharing of experiences, capacity building trainings and education tailored to the needs of agricultural actors using participatory methods with a multi-stakeholder and interdisciplinary approach, are essential to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable, equitable and environmentally-conscious agri-food system in these countries.

Finally, the report aids decision-makers in both countries by providing policy recommendations formulated by farmers and other related actors (researchers, members of civil society organisations, etc.) - addressing for instance regenerative agricultural practices, green public procurement and social economy - as means to promote the widespread usage of sustainable practices, measures and to create the enabling environment for the transition and to regenerate our food systems.

The BOND Project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 Research & Innovation programme under grant agreement N° 774208.