Manfred Geißendörfer

Prof. Dr. Manfred Geißendörfer is a faculty member at HSWT (Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences), holding roles such as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition, Programme Director for Agriculture, and Chair of the Examination Board for the Master's Programme in Regional Management. His work focuses on agricultural policy, rural development, and regional management. He leads evaluations of rural development projects (e.g., LEADER programs in Bavaria, Saxony, Luxembourg) and analyzes agricultural policy instruments like farm advisory systems and land management.

Research interests include ex ante/ex post evaluation of rural initiatives, pluriactivity in farm households, and improving regional value chains. He consults on regional development strategies, governance processes, and pre-accession support for countries like Romania, Serbia, and Turkey. His expertise also extends to organic food markets, mountain regions, and abandoned agricultural land analysis.

He participates in national and international trainings on regional development processes and project planning. Key activities include verifying agri-environmental compensation payments and assessing animal welfare measures under EAFRD frameworks.