Reinhard Neugschwandtner

Reinhard Neugschwandtner is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Agronomy, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna. His research focuses on sustainable crop production, soil science, and precision agriculture in Pannonian climates.

• Key projects: Agri-photovoltaic systems, digitalization in agriculture, drought-tolerant legumes, autonomous robotics in crop technology
• Leadership roles: Project leader in 8+ research initiatives since 2014

Research Interests:
Dr. Neugschwandtner specializes in:

• Soil health and earthworm ecology under different tillage systems
• Nitrogen dynamics in legume-cereal intercropping systems
• Digital tools for canopy parameter estimation and precision farming
• Life cycle assessment of agricultural practices
• Climate-smart crop management strategies

Scientific Awards:
Awardee of five prestigious honors including:

• Kardinal-Innitzer-Förderungspreis (2017)
• Klaus Fischer Innovationspreis für Technik und Umwelt (2016)
• Walter-Kubiena-Preis (2008)
• BISi Award (2003)

Publications & Presentations:
Over 171 publications and 102 presentations focusing on:

• Long-term tillage experiments
• Winter crop adaptation
• Intercropping efficiency
• Digital agriculture tools
• Soil nutrient dynamics