Klaus Merckens

Conseiller biodynamique

Mein Herzensanliegen ist es, Menschen und Höfe weltweit auf dem Weg zu einer lebendigen, fruchtbaren und zukunftsfähigen biodynamischen Landwirtschaft zu begleiten. Gemeinsam mit den Beteiligten vor Ort möchte ich tragfähige landwirtschaftliche und soziale Strukturen entwickeln, die ökologische Verantwortung, kulturelle Vielfalt und langfristige wirtschaftliche Perspektiven miteinander verbinden und so resiliente Lebensräume für kommende Generationen schaffen.

Je travaille à

Afghanistan, Egypt, Argentina, Ethiopia, Belgium, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Denmark, Congo, Germany, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Côte d’Ivoire, Estonia, Finland, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, United Kingdom, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, India, Indonesia, Italy, Jordan, Cameroon, Kenya, Colombia, Latvia, Lebanon, Malawi, Mali, Morocco, Mexico, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nicaragua, Netherlands, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Austria, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal, Moldova, Rwanda, Zambia, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, Senegal, Zimbabwe, Spain, Sri Lanka, South Africa, South Sudan, Suriname, Eswatini, Thailand, Togo, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, Hungary

je communique en

Allemand, Anglais, Espagnol
Portugese, French and Arabic (basic knowledge)

Domaine d'expertise

Agroforesterie, Grandes cultures, Fertilité des sols, Arboriculture, Sylviculture, Pépinière d'arbres, Compostage, Plantes vivaces, Cultures maraîchères, Viticulture, Plantes aromatiques et médicinales, Préperations biodynamiques, Agriculture tropicale, Permaculture, Culture des olives, Animaux/Élevage, Protection des plants, Culture de baies, Agrumes, Fourrages
Projektmanagement, Fundraising, AWS certified traning, sustainable water management,

Mes services

Conseil individuel, Conseil de groupe, Conseil en organisation, Coaching, Gestion de projet, Supervision, Présentations, Tutoriel, Workshop, Formation, Développement du projet, Fundraising, Mentoring, Conversion de ferme, Formation pratique pour les conseillers biodynamiques, Développement local/social
Project management in public funding (EU programs, BMZ and IDB)

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Mon concept de conseil : My consulting approach follows a clear and structured process. It begins with preparing an offer and reaching an agreement with the client regarding the scope of the initial consultation, including service definitions and financial terms. At the beginning of each engagement—typically on an annual basis—objectives are jointly set out in a consulting plan. A major focus of my work is the development of conversion plans in accordance with Demeter standards, tailored to the specific conditions and potential of each farm. Upon request, I also support farms and companies in strategic development planning, including elements of business planning when relevant to their growth and certification goals. Since I operate internationally, I dedicate time to thoroughly studying the local context—including geography, climate, culture, and legal frameworks—before the first visit. I also actively seek contact with national biodynamic associations and colleagues in the region to build strong local connections. Additionally, I am committed to fostering networks and linking successful biodynamic projects with potential customers, partners, and initiatives, helping to strengthen the broader biodynamic movement. Prior to any on-site consultation, I request essential farm data, including geographic coordinates, to get an initial understanding of the farm location and socioeconomic surroundings.

Découvrez mes derniers projets et références:

Références: References
With more than 30 years of international experience across over 40 countries, Klaus Merckens offers expert biodynamic consulting and individualized support. His work includes advisory services, personal coaching, and the development of tailor-made technical and conceptual solutions.
He specializes in international biodynamic consulting for Demeter-certified projects in developing countries, with a strong focus on tropical, subtropical, and arid regions. His expertise covers all farming systems and cropping schemes, with particular emphasis on:
Farm planning and concept development
Soil fertility enhancement and composting systems
Project design, implementation, and management
His practice is grounded in holistic and practical approaches, helping farms and organizations worldwide build sustainable, biodynamic systems suited to their specific environmental and cultural contexts.

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Projets: GreenSouth Project: Collaborative VET initiative with biodynamic partners from Southern Africa, including BDAASA (Biodynamic Agricultural Association of Southern Africa), Kufunda Learning Village (Zimbabwe), and EcoFarm Mozambique. The project focuses on training, advisory support, and network development to strengthen biodynamic practice and community resilience in the region. ? https://GreenSouth.bio

Tunisian Biodynamic Project: Development and implementation of a biodynamic training and conversion support service in Tunisia. Financed by GIZ, the project supports local farms in transitioning to Demeter-certified biodynamic agriculture through training, field visits, and consultancy.

BioDyn Training Center at EcoFarm Mozambique: Coordination and curriculum development for a regional training hub offering practical and theoretical education in biodynamic agriculture for local farmers and trainers.
develoPPP Projects in Africa and Latin America: Various public-private partnership projects aimed at promoting biodynamic agriculture and value chain development in collaboration with local stakeholders and companies.

Evaluator and Advisor Roles: Regular involvement as an evaluator and technical advisor for cooperation programmes such as KVP (Small Projects Fund), Partner Africa, and the Import Promotion Desk (IPD), focusing on sustainable agricultural initiatives.

Erasmus+ Projects: Coordinator of the INCLUTRAIN and INCLUFAR (Inclusive training on Biodynamic farms ?www.inclutrain.eu

Cette année, vous pourrez me retrouver ici :

Agricultural Conference Dornach, Advisory meetings and online training, Beratertreffen Dornach, Wirtschaftskreis, DI Banana Group Meetings online and on site, BIOFACH, BFDI Members Assembly, Feria y Congreso Biodinámico, Albacete.

Informations et coordonnées:

Membre actif : Spain
Founding Member of Agro Cultura Con Respeto (Spain)
IFOAM
Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS)
Member of ABDR (Dominican Republic)

Page web/médias sociaux: www.merckens.de

Téléphone: +49 731 3608254

Email: klaus@merckens.de

Adresse:
St.-Barabara-Str. 30
89077 Ulm
Germany

Peer Review (2026-02-16)
Erhard Gapp
Ingo Mordhorst

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