Cecchini Institute – Connecting people, science and practice

The Cecchini Institute connects people, science and practice by acquiring funding, developing and managing projects.

As part of BFH-HAFL, we work across developing and transition contexts to advance sustainable agriculture, forest, and food systems.

From landscape management to food and nutrition security, our focus is on turning knowledge into action.

Our work spans countries, disciplines, and sectors. We bring together researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to address complex challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and inclusive development.

Our expertise spans from canopy to kitchen. From research to real-world impact.

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What drives us

The Cecchini Institute connects people, science and practice by acquiring funding, developing and managing projects.

We are an impact‑driven, partnership‑focused organisation that helps people build sustainable livelihoods and resilient ecosystems across agriculture, forests and food systems in Official Development Assistance countries.

We deliver science-based solutions, practical training and cultivate purposeful partnerships to build sustainable livelihoods and resilient ecosystems. Our extensive partner network ensures collaboration with top industry experts with a local participatory approach.

Memberships

The Institute takes part in different groups and networks so researchers and partners can share knowledge, build connections, and work together more effectively.

We are active in the following forums:

Our work

From forest management to mangrove restoration. From climate-proofing to improving food and nutrition security. From Bangladesh to Tanzania to Ukraine. Our expertise spans from canopy to kitchen. From research to real-world impact.

Knowledge & evidence

At the Cecchini Institute, we publish to shift systems. To turn evidence into something usable. We connect experts to deliver research across continents into the hands of policy, practice, and private sector partners so they can act.

As a university of applied sciences, we publish in peer-reviewed journals and beyond. We produce knowledge that informs decisions, shapes programmes, and supports real-world change in Official Development Assistance contexts where it matters most.

Annual Reports

Since its inception in 2020, the Institute has published a short annual report to highlight our main achievements.

Institute Publications

A complete list of publications from the institute’s staff and students can be accessed on the BFH ARBOR website. This list is automatically updated.

Insights, impact and events

Keep up to date with the latest news and events from the Cecchini Institute here and on LinkedIn. Read more from the Institute on BFH-HAFL's Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn pages.