What was the challenge/problem addressed?
Soil conservation and regeneration in maize farming in Vegas del Alagón (Extremadura, Spanje) is a major challenge due to the problems of soil acidification and erosion in this irrigated agricultural region.
Hoe heb je het probleem opgelost??
Maize cultivation takes place from March to October. During autumn and winter it is usually left fallow. An alternative winter crop, sowing grasses, is proposed
Wat is innovatief in jouw praktijkgeval?
The purpose of sowing grasses and legumes is to incorporate organic matter into the soil as a natural fertiliser. It helps soil regeneration and promotes carbon sequestration
Wat zijn de succesfactoren bij het oplossen van het probleem??
The farmer on the pilot farm found additional benefits, as the sowing of grasses has eliminated weeds. The sowing will be incorporated into the agricultural process every year.
Les geleerd
The transfer of innovative soil conservation and regeneration techniques is highly appreciated by farmers. In aanvulling op, the incorporation of pilot plots can be a reference for other neighbouring farmers who are encouraged to implement similar actions after seeing the good results
What role does the advisor or advisory service play with the practical case?
The project financed the design, execution and materials used, as well as soil analysis for monitoring and follow-up of the action.
Kan jouw aanpak worden overgedragen en/of aangepast voor andere innovatie-uitdagingen en regio's??
Ja
Geschatte overdraagbaarheid op een schaal van 1 naar 5
(waar 1 is gemakkelijk en 5 erg moeilijk)
2
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Federico Julián
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