Weltacker Hohenems

The Global Field in Hohenems has already reached the year 2050 in terms of size. Due to the expected population growth, the loss of arable land through erosion and environmental damage, each individual will only have 1,500 m² left in 25 years’ time, according to an FAO forecast. Here in Hohenems, educational work therefore focuses in particular on issues of global justice: There is a special area which, in addition to the topic of deforestation, deals with the issues of luxury foods and fair trade. Slavery in the global food system is also addressed.

In front of a fence is the entrance sign with the title "Hello! May we introduce you to who feeds you?". The Global Field can be seen in the background.
The entrance to the Weltacker (©Collini company)
The Global Field Hohenems can be seen from the air. Railroad tracks can be seen above the picture, with roads and buildings all around.
Aerial view of the Weltacker (©Collini company)

The Global Field in Hohenems also focuses on fiber plants for clothing and the topic of water. The latter is demonstrated in detail using the example of chocolate and its water requirements.

The main sponsor of the Weltacker in Hohenems is the Collini company. Other project partners are the “Bäuerliche Schul- und Bildungszentrum für Vorarlberg” in Hohenems, “Vetterhof” in Lustenau, “Bio Vorarlberg”, “Lebenshilfe Vorarlberg”, “Naturschutzbund Vorarlberg” and “Welthaus Vorarlberg”.

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Interview with Jürgen Mathis
A petrol pump can be seen in the picture. Behind it you can see various fields and, in the background of the Weltacker, the noise barrier to the tracks and the Alps.
Petrol pump at Global Field (©Jürgen Mathis)
A wooden pavilion is built in the middle of the world field. Underneath are large wooden benches made from tree trunks.
Workshop area (©Jürgen Mathis)

Address of the Weltacker: Schweizerstraße 49, 6845 Hohenems (a 3-minute walk from Hohenems railroad station, on the Collini company premises).

The Global Field can be booked free of charge for guided tours for school classes, companies, clubs, parishes or groups. Dates can be requested via:

To the website of the Weltacker in Hohenems