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SHST Session

On Thursday, 12.11.2015, in the Aula Magna ‘Mihai Șerban‘, at USAMV Cluj-Napoca, the session of the Society of Horticulture and Silviculture of Transylvania (SHST) took place with the following agenda:

– Current issues of SHST; activities and events carried out or to be carried out under the auspices of SHST and ASAS Cluj-Napoca Branch, the Horticulture and Silviculture sections. Prof. dr. Viorel MITRE, SHST president; Prof. dr. Radu E. SESTRAȘ, SHST honorary president.

– Current issues in the development of projects of interest and opportunities in accessing European funds – presentation by Dr. Oana Mădălina MIHIȘ, APIA domain expert.

– Presentation of the Bujoru Research Station for Viticulture and Winemaking – Dr. ing. Alina DONICI, director SCDVV Bujoru, Tg. Bujor, Galați.

– Presentation of the study trip of the third-year Horticulture and Landscape students, organized by the Faculty of Horticulture in Cluj-Napoca, in the summer of 2015, under the coordination of Assoc. Prof. dr. Claudiu BUNEA – presentation by student representatives (fourth year Horticulture and Landscape). Authors: Georgeta BIVOLARIU, Maria CIUI, Dan SEID

– Handing over of the certificates and membership cards of the new members of the society.

– Discussions on the presentations and other current issues.

We thank the participants; we are glad that the presentations and discussions that took place during the event were interesting and aroused everyone’s interest. We say ‘Welcome!’ to the new members of the society and wish them much success!

President of SHST

Prof. Dr. Viorel MITRE

Event

24 April 2015 – Event: the conferral of the title ‘Doctor Honoris Causa‘ upon Prof. Dr. Radu E. Sestraș, Dean of the Faculty of Horticulture in Cluj-Napoca, honorary president of SHST, by Transilvania University of Brașov

At the Festive Senate of Transilvania University of Brașov, on 24 April 2015, held in the ‘Sergiu T Chiriacescu’ Hall, Prof. Univ. Dr. Radu E. SESTRAȘ, Dean of the Faculty of Horticulture at USAMV Cluj-Napoca, was awarded the title of ‘Doctor Honoris Causa‘ of Transilvania University.

The conferral of the high honorary title took place after the presentation of the “Laudatio” by Prof. Univ. Dr. Ioan Vasile ABRUDAN, Rector of Transilvania University of Brașov, and the presentation of the laureate’s activities by Prof. Univ. Dr. Lucian CURTU, Dean of the Faculty of Forestry and Forest Management in Brașov and Prof. Univ. Dr. Neculae ȘOFLETEA, Head of the Department of Forestry. The Doctor Honoris Causa diploma was handed over by the President of the Senate, Prof. Univ. Dr. Emil STANCIU.

At the same event, the prestigious title of ‘Doctor Honoris Causa‘ was also awarded to Prof. Univ. Dr. Ioan Florin IORAȘ, Director of the Institute for Conservation, Rehabilitation and Innovation, at Buckinghamshire New University in the United Kingdom, a prominent scientific personality internationally in the field, born in Brașov, and a graduate of Transilvania University.

The speech of Prof. Dr. Radu E. SESTRAȘ, on the occasion of receiving the title of ‘Doctor Honoris Causa‘, from Transilvania University of Brașov, 24 April 2015 (Link).

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Event

23 January 2015, 12:30

USAMV Cluj-Napoca,

“50 Romanian wines meet 50 Italian culinary dishes”

Author: Marinela Vasilica ARDELEAN

Friday, 23 January 2015,

at the University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca

the book presentation took place

“50 Romanian wines meet 50 Italian culinary dishes”.

The author, Marinela Vasilica Ardelean, holds a degree in law and economics and is an MBA graduate with a specialization in wines from MIB School of Management in Trieste, Italy. In 2014 she was named the best sommelier in Romania, and in 2013 she was a semifinalist in the World Sommelier Competition in London, as well as a finalist in the “Ambassadeurs du Champagne” competition.

Marinela Vasilica Ardelean is Brand Manager of Foss Marai, a major Italian sparkling wine producer, and holds the title of Dame Chevalier des Coteaux de Champagne.

“50 Romanian Wines Meet 50 Italian Culinary Dishes” is a unique book in the gastronomic world, presenting 50 of the most representative Romanian wines from 18 producers and 50 culinary dishes from 18 restaurants in Italy, of which over 11 hold Michelin stars.

The creation of the book was supported by the ambassadors of Romania and Italy, as well as by specialists of international renown in enogastronomy. The book was launched in Italy in November 2014, at the opening of the Merano Festival (one of the most exclusive wine fairs in the world), and in Romania at the Goodwine International Wine Fair in December 2014. (http://cluj24h.ro/?p=5845)

“50 Romanian Wines Meet 50 Italian Culinary Dishes”

Author: Marinela Vasilica ARDELEAN

“A special moment for the university’s academic community, faculty members and students, as well as the members of the Society of Horticulture and Forestry in Transylvania, and all participants in the event. We experienced the spiritual joy of the image of a superb Romania, illustrated by an exceptional young woman, a symbol as fitting as could be for Romanian wines and their promotion, but undoubtedly also of Romania itself. An example of beauty, intelligence, authentic Romanian spirit, refinement and simplicity, elegance and naturalness, elevation and high aspirations continuously embraced through belonging, origin, and faith in their values”. (Prof. Dr. Radu E. Sestraș – Dean of the Faculty of Horticulture in Cluj-Napoca, Honorary President of the Society of Horticulture and Forestry in Transylvania).

Headlines from the Cluj press about the event

Between wines, books and art. Romania’s best sommelier, present in Cluj (http://ziuadecj.realitatea.net/life–and–style/intre-vinuri-carte-si-arta-cel-mai-bun-somelier-din-romania-prezent-la-cluj–134581.html)

Book presentation at USAMV Cluj-Napoca: “50 Romanian wines meet 50 Italian culinary dishes” (http://ziarulfaclia.ro/prezentare-de-carte-la-usamv-cluj-napoca-50-de-vinuri-romanesti-intilnesc-50-de-preparate-culinare-italiene/)

Sommelier Marinela Ardelean, overwhelmed with affection at Agronomy in Cluj (http://oradecluj.oradestiri.ro/somelierul-marinela-ardelean-sufocata-cu-afectiune-la-agronomia-cluj/)

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Event

2 June 2014, 10:00

USAMV Cluj-Napoca,

Green Amphitheatre, Institute of Life Sciences

Within the framework of the Scientific Research and Consulting Contract (No. 4577 of 16.04.2014 – Responsible person: Senior Researcher Dr. Claudiu-Ioan BUNEA) concluded between USAMV Cluj-Napoca and the company DVROM (Manager: Mr. Ludovic MOLDVOY), on 02.06.2014, at 10:00, in the Life Sciences Institute building, Green Auditorium, the presentation/discussion took place:

1. Zinkomag

– the technology for treating metal surfaces (metal posts, metal stakes);

– the benefits and advantages of this technology versus hot-dip galvanizing.

Presentation: Mrs. Dr. Maria Kollarova – US Steel Košice
2. KNOW HOW TO GROW

– presentation of the ornamental trees and shrubs nursery “EBBEN” from the Netherlands;

– a nursery with an area of 400 ha, with a diversified range of varieties: ornamental shrubs for parks, gardens and green spaces, multi-stem trees, conifers.

Presentation: Mr. Toon Ebben – owner of the “EBBEN” nursery, the Netherlands.

At the events organized under the auspices of SHST and the Faculty of Horticulture in Cluj-Napoca, members of the society, teaching staff and students participated.

The following participated in the event

• His Excellency, Mr. Wouter REIJER, honorary consul of the Netherlands in Cluj-Napoca,
• Prof. Dr. Doru PAMFIL, Rector of the University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine in Cluj-Napoca
• Prof. Dr. Radu E. SESTRAȘ, Dean of the Faculty of Horticulture in Cluj-Napoca
• Prof. Dr. Viorel MITRE, president of the Society of Horticulture and Forestry in Transylvania,

as well as numerous guests, including from abroad, from the staff of the people who gave the presentations.

INVITATION (pdf)

Ebben Tree Nurseries

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Invitation

Tuesday, 8 April 2014, 12:00, in the Aula Magna “Mihai Șerban” at USAMV Cluj-Napoca, under the auspices of the Faculty of Horticulture and the Society of Horticulture and Forestry in Transylvania, the representative of Gebr. Schröder GmbH, Mr. Juergen Usinger, Director of the Sales & Export department, will officially present the Original LÖWE products on the Romanian market!

ORIGINAL-LÖWE Pruning Shears

Quality and Tradition – Original LÖWE, since 1923!

ORIGINAL-LÖWE shears are professional pruning shears for viticulture, horticulture and gardening, as well as for the most varied uses in industry and crafts.

In 1923, the founder of the company, Walther Schröder, made a remarkable invention: he created the world’s first bypass-type pruning shear and filed a patent application. In its current design, this shear is still on the company’s product list under the name LÖWE 1, and remains to this day one of the most used LÖWE shears.

Today, Gebr. Schröder GmbH is carried on by the third generation, and holds the position of world market leader with LÖWE bypass-type shears. The range of shears is complemented, for use in industry and crafts, by shears for baseboards/edge protection strips, shears for tubes, as well as many other LÖWE shears based on the bypass principle. All ORIGINAL-LÖWE shears are manufactured exclusively in the company’s own factory in Kiel, 100% made in Germany.

Original LÖWE – Gebr. Schröder GmbH The limited liability company Gebr. Schröder GmbH manufactures and distributes ORIGINAL-LÖWE branded shears worldwide.

Currently, the company produces a large range of high-quality bypass-type shears, branded ‘Original LÖWE’, with the product range being continuously developed with innovative products. Original LÖWE shears are used in over 80 countries, having been appreciated for decades by professionals on all continents.

http://www.original-lowe.com/

Info event: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.748897615144073.1073741830.162225507144623&type=1

Original LOWE on the move in Romania

By Original Loewe

To kick off the launch of Original LOWE pruning shears in Romania, a detailed presentation of our company and the Original LOWE products took place in the venerable University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine UASMV in Cluj-Napoca on April, 8, 2014. About 100 students and professors as well as other professionals showed great interest in the specifics of our pruning tools and were able to convince themselves of the benefits by testing the products after the presentation. Distribution partner Ludovic Moldvoy (company DVROM, Turda) and Original LOWE export manager Jürgen Usinger were able to answer many technical questions of the inquisitive students during the event.

Event

On Wednesday, March 12, 2014, at 12:00, in the Blue Hall at USAMV Cluj-Napoca, the Dean’s 2013 report of the Faculty of Horticulture in Cluj-Napoca, Prof. Dr. Radu E. SESTRAS, will take place, followed by the 2013 report of the president of SHST, Prof. Dr. Viorel MITRE.

The event invites the teaching staff, students, and all personnel of the Faculty of Horticulture in Cluj-Napoca, as well as members of the Society of Horticulture and Forestry in Transylvania.

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December 12, 2013, 9:00, USAMV Cluj-Napoca, A5

Romanian Space Agency and Society of Horticulture and Forestry in Transylvania

invites you to

Information Session

European Space Agency / OPTIONAL PROGRAMMES FOR EARTH OBSERVATION AND SATELLITE RADIONAVIGATION

INFODAY CLUJ: ESA OPTIONAL PROGRAMMES FOR EARTH OBSERVATION AND SATELLITE RADIONAVIGATION

The Romanian Space Agency invites representatives of universities, industry, and SMEs from Cluj and neighboring areas to the fourth information session in the series dedicated to presenting the optional programmes of the European Space Agency (ESA) in the field of Earth observation and satellite radionavigation.

The event will be held on December 12 2013, at 9:00, at USAMV Cluj-Napoca, Rectorate Building, Auditorium A5.

http://www.rosa.ro/index.php/ro/comunicare/926-infoday-cluj-napoca-programele-opionale-ale-esa-pentru-observarea-terrei-i-radionavigaie-prin-satelit.htmlThe event will be divided into three main sections: the presentation of ESA’s optional programmes dedicated to Earth observation, the presentation of programmes specific to satellite radionavigation, and bilateral meetings between Romania’s representatives in ESA’s programme committees and those of interested organisations.

The deadline for Infoday registration is December 11 2013. Registration is done online http://events.rosa-rc.ro/indico/conferenceDisplay.py?confId=32

Through this series of information sessions, ROSA aims to promote to the Romanian industry the opportunities offered by ESA. Events of this kind have taken place so far in Brașov, Timișoara, Craiova, and Iași.

Romania’s Delegation to ESA PB-EO

• Alexandru BADEA [email protected]
• Ion NEDELCU [email protected]
• Iulia DANA NEGULA [email protected]

SRH – The Romanian Society of Horticulturists