A film that puts the earth back at the centre

On 10 November 2025, the Äerdschëff hosted an evening dedicated to organic farming and the transformation of our food systems. Through the screening of the Luxembourgish film ‘Vu Buedem, Bauzen a Biobaueren’, directed by Tom Alesch, citizens, associations and stakeholders from the agricultural world came together to reflect on an essential question: how can we produce our food without damaging the resources that make it possible?

For nearly an hour and a half, the documentary immersed us in the daily lives of Luxembourgish farmers and winegrowers committed to the transition to organic farming. Their work, filmed up close, reveals another way of farming: agriculture that protects the soil, promotes biodiversity and restores meaning to the profession. This vision, promoted by the film crew and supported by producers Daniela Noesen and Aender Schanck, resonates particularly strongly in a context where the limitations of the intensive model are becoming increasingly apparent.

One of the highlights of the evening was the tribute paid to the farmers featured in the film, which served as a reminder of a key point: without their daily work, no transition can take place. Their commitment, often discreet but essential, was warmly applauded by the audience.

Rich and open exchanges

After the screening, a discussion session allowed participants to exchange views. The questions quickly converged on a shared observation: the agricultural and food transition must be built collectively. Contributions from representatives of associations, members of the public, politicians and professionals in the sector highlighted both the challenges and concrete courses of action. The role of local farms, the importance of soil health, citizens’ expectations and food sovereignty issues fuelled a dense and stimulating debate.