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“Biodiversity begins in the distant past and points toward the future”<\/h2><\/h2><\/div>

Frans Lanting<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Biodiversity project<\/span><\/h1><\/div>

Vitenova has always been committed to a holistic concept of agriculture<\/strong>. Human activity is part of a broader, integrated context with the land and the environment. This is why we have for many years believed that our approach <\/strong>is not agricultural, but agro-ecological<\/strong>, with a strong focus on nature and biodiversity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The aim of this approach is to preserve or improve the balance between humankind – agriculture – nature. The path undertaken with biologists, botanists, entomologists and agronomists allows companies to know the strengths and weaknesses of their agro – ecosystem. The information gathered is used to change, or make better use of, the techniques and products used to obtain agricultural production that is healthy for man and the environment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Agroecology and Biodiversity: the activities<\/h2><\/div>

Our project originates from the desire to transfer knowledge and increase the winegrower’s awareness of tangible agro-ecological aspects that reflect on the health of the environment, the vineyard and the people who work in it. It is a virtuous path of studying and monitoring the vineyard with the aim of preserving and improving agro-ecological balances<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It is useful knowledge about soil, insects, plants, which provide indications of biodiversity<\/strong>. They are aimed at conserving and improving the presence of Nature in the vineyard, a presence that helps us intervene less where balances are present.<\/p>\n

The results allow a thorough evaluation of the vitality and potential of the agroecosystem <\/strong>to improve agronomic management aimed at naturalness and excellence of production. The laboratories <\/strong>we rely on are certified and it is possible, upon request, to receive original analysis certificates.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Soil analysis<\/h1><\/div>

The process of monitoring biodiversity<\/strong> in the vineyards begins in spring: between April and May, soil samples are taken, using standard methods, to obtain chemical-physical and biological data (Microbial Biomass and Metabolic Quotient<\/strong>).<\/p>\n

The Microbial Biomass data are then compared with the results of the neural network model, which returns the estimated Microbial Biomass data: the results together define the degree of Biological Fertility. The results provide a measure of the health of the soil and its productive capacity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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To better understand the functioning of the soil and suggest actions to be taken more consciously, we have recently introduced the study of the Soil Food Web<\/a>: the set of biological interactions between soil microorganisms (fungi, bacteria, protozoa, nematodes, microarthropods) and plants, which is essential for a fertile soil.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Similar to the human gut biome, the soil has its own biome <\/strong>that breaks down organic matter and provides nutrients to plants efficiently, improving their resistance to disease, pests and extreme weather events<\/p>\n

A healthy Soil Food Web supports nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, soil aggregation, water retention and erosion resistance, promoting sustainable agriculture in harmony with nature.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Entomological analysis: insects<\/h1><\/div>

Entomological analysis<\/strong> is a key aspect of the project. Our team includes an entomologist, whose expertise allows us to determine the variety and quantity of insects, pollinators and the prey\/predator ratio to understand the effects of agronomic management on the state of the agro-ecosystem.<\/p>\n<\/div>

In particular, we go into the following aspects:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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  • Biodiversity: number of morpho-species<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Number of pollinators: development of pollination diversity<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Biocontrol index: predator-prey ratio (carnivores\/herbivores).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

    Botanical analysis: plants<\/h1><\/div>

    Collaboration with a botanist <\/strong>makes it possible to offer a description of the floristic biodiversity and its relationship with agronomic activities and the natural environment in which the vineyard is situated.<\/p>\n

    The botanist’s field trip enables the recognition of all wild plants<\/strong> in the vineyard. In addition to classification into genus and species, four quantitative and qualitative indices are then developed that define the plant complexity of the vineyard ecosystem<\/strong>. These indicators make it possible to optimise plant management strategies in the agronomic management of the crop.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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    In particular, we go into the following aspects:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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    • Biodiversity: number of species.<\/li>\n
    • Naturalness: presence of species in natural environments (woods, meadows, pastures).<\/li>\n
    • Floristic pollution: presence of non-native species.<\/li>\n
    • Historical preservation: assesses the presence of archaeophytes (ancient introduced species linked to cultivation).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

      The agro-ecological scorecard<\/h1><\/div>

      The scorecard is created by considering 10 aspects measured by the surveys described above and field monitoring of other indices that can be measured on site (e.g. % grass cover, presence of plastics). It makes it possible to assess the analysed environment through a final scorecard, which is useful for communicating the path taken and for knowing one’s own biodiversity situation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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