Ecological infrastructures play a crucial role in conservation biological control due to the arthropod communities they support. By manipulating the habitat, we can enhance the presence of beneficial insects in…
Pruning wood is usually crumbled and left on the soil surface or incorporated in vineyard soil and can represent an inoculum source for various pathogens, including wood pathogens. In the…
Soil degradation is one of the priority topics of European policies related to the maintenance of soil health. In particular, Mediterranean vineyard soils have very low contents of organic matter…
The EU-funded NOVATERRA project aims to enhance olive farming sustainability by reducing reliance on chemical pesticides through innovative pest management strategies. Within Work Package 5 “Validation and impact evaluation of…
Olive Leaf Spot (OLS) is a significant concern for olive growers, affecting yield and quality. In 2022 and 2023, Myrolion conducted a trial to assess the effectiveness of the NOVATERRA…
Consumers of food and beverages wield significant influence over environmentally sustainable production practices through their purchasing decisions. It's essential for supply to meet demand to prevent market imbalances in various…
The NOVATERRA project is pioneering novel, integrated, and sustainable strategies to reduce the use and adverse impacts of contentious Plant Protection Products (PPPs) in Mediterranean olive groves and vineyards.With the…
Although the reduction of plant protection products in vineyards and olive groves requires the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders, vine and olive growers bear the greatest responsibility. Without growers transitioning…
In recent years, winegrowers have observed a significant challenge concerning nitrogen, a crucial element in soil essential for maintaining acceptable grape production. However, nitrogen also poses a substantial contaminating potential…
Agriculture plays a crucial role in global health, but the thoughtless use of plant protection products raises concerns for both the environment and human health. It is important to balance…
Integrated novel strategies for reducing the use and impact of pesticides, towards sustainable mediterranean vineyards and olive groves
The NOVATERRA project has received funding from the European Commission’s Horizon 2020 grant agreement number 101000554.