Mezzaluna della Biodiversità
Italy
Through regenerative farming practices, a process of active protection of biodiversity has been initiated in this area of the Berici Hills, with the aim of creating a more resilient ecosystem. Sustainable water management, combined with the promotion of a rich variety of plant and animal species, has made it possible to regenerate the soil and strengthen the area’s ecological balance.
The Biodiversity Crescent: an intervention for the future of the Berici Hills
In the Berici Hills, the Biodiversity Crescent is a concrete example of how forestation can contribute to environmental regeneration. In this hilly area, the configuration of the terrain makes rainwater management particularly important: the strategic arrangement of the rows follows the contour lines, slowing down the flow of water towards the valley. In this way, infiltration into the soil is favoured, improving humidity, fertility and the availability of nutrients, fundamental elements for the health of the entire ecosystem.
In addition to the water function, the choice of tree and shrub species plays an essential role for the local fauna. Trees have been selected that produce berries, providing a valuable food source for birds and other wildlife. The presence of fruit, together with an environment that is not treated with chemicals, encourages the development of beneficial insects, creating a natural balance in which predators and prey coexist, reducing the need for artificial intervention.
This forestry intervention demonstrates the effectiveness of a holistic approach: a system in which water, soil, plants and animals are connected and mutually reinforce each other. The Biodiversity Crescent is now a sustainable management model that enhances nature and protects its balance, restoring value to a precious landscape.
The next tree planting event will take place on the 12th of April.
