abstract: This issue of Palaearctic Grasslands is full of news and changes.You fill find the new EDGG Executive Committee, with a team of seven newly elected members.This is also a special moment to say goodbye and a big thank to Iwona and Anna for their invaluable service in the outgoing EC.Thank you!Here, we are pleased to present full information about the forthcoming Eurasian Grassland Conference in Hungary, where we look forward to meeting many of you.We are opening a call for potential venues and or