The UNTWIST project has reached an important milestone with the development of four agronomic protocols designed to optimize camelina cultivation in different cropping systems across Europe. As part of the UNTWIST Community, CARINA is pleased to share this valuable outcome, which provides key insights into sustainable oilseed production. 

Developed by UNTWIST partners, these protocols offer region-specific guidance on camelina’s role in diverse agricultural practices: 

France – as a summer catch crop 
Italy – as an autumn crop for double cropping 
Spain – as a cover crop for marginal lands 
United Kingdom – as a spring crop 

By tailoring these protocols to different environmental and farming conditions, UNTWIST supports researchers, farmers, and industry stakeholders in integrating camelina into sustainable agricultural systems. The protocols detail best practices for soil management, planting, harvesting, and crop rotation strategies, ensuring optimized productivity and environmental benefits. 

These resources are now available on the UNTWIST website and will soon be accessible on Zenodo, making them widely available to those interested in bioeconomy-driven crop diversification. 

Access the agronomic protocols here: https://www.untwist.eu/library/ 

On March 13, 2025, a Camelina Day will be held in Baziège, France, bringing together farmers, researchers, and industry professionals to exchange insights on the latest advancements in camelina cultivation. This event is organized by ARVALIS, Terres Inovia, and Saipol, in partnership with Terres Univia, as part of the CARINA Project. 

The day will be structured into two key sessions. The morning session will focus on technical discussions, presenting the latest project results and tackling key agronomic challenges related to camelina production. Experts will share insights on optimizing cultivation techniques and addressing barriers to large-scale adoption. The afternoon session will feature a field trial visit, offering participants a firsthand look at ongoing experiments. This will be followed by a technical and economic review, along with a market outlook for camelina-based products. 

With growing interest in sustainable oilseed crops, camelina presents promising opportunities for bio-based industries, biofuels, and crop diversification. This event will serve as a platform for knowledge exchange, fostering collaboration between stakeholders across the agricultural value chain. 

Participation is free but registration is required. Please, register here: https://bit.ly/3F0nB0P

You can find more information here: https://www.terresinovia.fr/-/journee-cameline-relever-les-defis-techniques-de-l-amont-a-l-aval