Martin Fölser

Martin Fölser is a researcher at the Institute of Agricultural Engineering within the Department of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). Holding a Diplom-Ingenieur (Dipl.-Ing.) degree, he actively contributes to multiple research initiatives focused on agricultural technology, energy efficiency, and sustainable farming practices. His work bridges engineering solutions with agricultural applications to address contemporary challenges in food production and resource management.

Mr. Fölser's research interests center on the intersection of agricultural engineering and sustainable resource management. His work particularly focuses on energy efficiency in agricultural systems, digital agriculture technologies, precision farming techniques, and innovative approaches like agrivoltaics that combine solar energy production with agricultural land use. His research addresses critical challenges in modern agriculture including resource optimization, climate change adaptation, and biodiversity conservation through technological innovation. He specializes in automated steering systems and energy management solutions for agricultural machinery and operations.

His recent publication on "Ecosystem Agrivoltaics" demonstrates his engagement with cutting-edge approaches to energy transition in agricultural contexts, exploring how agrivoltaic systems can simultaneously promote biodiversity while creating new agricultural value chains. This work represents an innovative approach to sustainable land use that balances energy production with food cultivation.

• Active participant in multiple EU-funded research initiatives
• Collaborates across disciplinary boundaries with soil scientists, agronomists, and livestock specialists
• Focuses on practical implementation of research findings in agricultural settings

Martin Fölser is currently involved in several significant research projects including "Energy efficiency in agriculture" (2024-2028), "SoLAgri - Energy transition as a biodiversity-promoting agricultural value creation model" (2024-2026), and "Sub-project Livestock Science and Agricultural Engineering in the Cluster Project Digitisation in Agriculture" (2023-2024). These projects are funded by various sources including the European Commission and Federal Ministries, indicating the relevance and practical impact of his work on agricultural policy and practice.