As part of a professional collaboration, we conducted a dung beetle survey on the grazing lands of the DEDES – Private Agroecology Project in Lendvadedes, Hungary.

This joint effort not only yielded valuable data on the insect fauna of the area but also provided us with an excellent opportunity to deepen our understanding of the potential and practical applications of regenerative agriculture. It was truly inspiring to learn about the principles of regenerative farming and the management practices aimed at improving soil health, enhancing biodiversity, and supporting natural ecological processes.

During a single sampling event, we recorded nearly 20 dung beetle species within the study area. Although these organisms often go unnoticed, they perform essential ecosystem functions and play a key role in maintaining ecosystem health and supporting the productivity of grazing systems.

We are sincerely grateful for this collaboration and for the warm hospitality we received. One of the most important lessons from this experience is that nature conservation and agricultural production are not inherently conflicting objectives. On the contrary, the openness and commitment of farmers are indispensable for developing effective conservation solutions that are both ecologically meaningful and practically applicable.

Written by: Máté Tóth