If intercropping (IC) is so little explored today, it is probably due to the difficulty of answering all the questions raised by the practice: Which species to combine? When and
From the very beginning, the Organic Sector has taken a strong position: GMOs and their derivatives have no place in organic food and farming systems. Still, the risks of contamination
The germination rate and vigour of seeds affect how well a crop emerges and establishes. They are a crucial aspect of seed quality, as poor seed vigour will result in
In Journal of Applied Ecology – Despite the major role that insect pollinators play in crop production, agricultural intensification drives them into decline. Various conservation measures have been developed to
While traditional pasta has become a staple food worldwide, several public health strategies agree that their nutritional qualities could be improved. The quality improvement through the crop diversification has not
A BioFruitNet publication. Soil cover can be a very efficient weed control method and can also improve water management. However, it also may cause disadvantages for tree growth and yield.
The document is in Italian. The state of organic aquaculture in Europe and Italy: current situation, certification bodies, insights from producers and EU regulations as well as on aquaculture practices.
Rapeseed is often considered as a low-quality commodity, produced using lots of inputs and harming insects. This is not the case when rapeseed is grown organically in an intercropping system.
The apple sawfly, Hoplocampa testudinea Klug, is a hymenoptera of the family Tenthredinidae and poses a great challenge for organic apple growers. The publication offers information on how to: 1)
The objective of this Vade mecum is to provide a practical and operational document to support an official investigation which should be carried out where the control authority, control body
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