Living Soils Operational Group: Regenerating life in vineyard soils in Cadiz

Vineyards are essential to the economy and ecology of Cádiz, the Andalusian province with the largest area dedicated to this crop. Traditionally, Cádiz's vineyards have been home to a high biodiversity of plants, insects, and birds. However, the intensification of viticulture and the excessive use of tillage, fertilizers, and pesticides have resulted in highly eroded vineyards that are biologically impoverished and much more susceptible to pathogens and pests. Furthermore, the growing dependence on agrochemical treatments has negative economic consequences for producers and affects the quality of their products.

The project will collaborate to address the challenge of the ecological transition required by various national and international institutions through various policies and agreements, such as the Sustainable Development Goals adopted by the United Nations as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the European Green Deal, and the Research and Innovation Strategy for Smart Specialization in Andalusia, among others.