Forests created or improved Mezzaluna della Biodiversità
Why did we support this forest?
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.
History of the forest
The Mezzaluna della Biodiversità (Biodiversity Crescent) was created in Arcugnano (VI) in the Berici Hills: a project that shows how farming can also mean caring for nature. On the land of the Da Schio farm, an environmental restoration initiative has been launched that combines farming knowledge, science, and innovation. The goal is to create a resilient ecosystem that can counteract the effects of the climate crisis, promote biodiversity, and provide tangible benefits to the community.
The project is based on agroforestry, a practice that combines trees and agricultural crops, emphasising the importance of trees for sustainable farming to improve the landscape, boost soil fertility, retain water, and offer shelter for many animal species. In the Berici Hills, this technique involves a system that integrates olive trees, vines, fruit trees, and forest trees such as oaks, ash trees, hornbeams, and cornel trees.
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How we improved the forest
As part of the Biodiversity Crescent, we have planted a diverse range of native species that not only contribute to environmental enhancement but also support local wildlife, from pollinating insects to birds and small mammals.
The project, developed with scientific support from the University of Padua, aims to maximise ecosystem benefits by enhancing biodiversity and soil health, managing rainwater, protecting against drought, and increasing biodiversity.
The strategic placement of plants slows water runoff on slopes, allowing it to seep into the soil and stay available longer. This helps maintain high soil fertility and moisture, creating ideal conditions for the development of a complex and stable ecosystem. The Biodiversity Crescent is not just a place where trees grow, but an open-air laboratory where regenerative agriculture serves as a tangible tool for balancing production and conservation.
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