Mediterranean Agroecosystems for Sustainability and Resilience under Climate Change
Welcome to the MA4SURE project
A PRIMA research project focused on studying the sustainability of agroforestry and mixed farming systems in the Mediterranean by reducing their dependence on external inputs (fertilisers, water, energy, pesticides), increasing natural resource use efficiency and their resilience under climate change.
An interdisciplinary and participatory project
We use a multi-partner approach to study and model the nexus between ecosystem services, biodiversity and the socioeconomic impacts of farming. Our project is envisaged to establish multisectoral partnerships to address the biophysical and socioeconomic evaluation of polyculture farming systems and the service and benefits provided to the society.
CASE STUDIES
Al-Sharqiya, Egypt
Testing Agricultural and soil management alternatives to strengthen rural livelihoods by promoting diversified, resilient, economically viable and sustainable agricultural production systems.
Cap Bon, Tunisia
Discovering the complex dynamics between afroindustry, agrotourism and small farmers in the Cap Bon region, a strategically important agricultural region currently facing obstacles (but also oportunities) regarding the transtion towards agroecological practices.
Tuscany, Italy
Testing agroforestry and intercropping systems in Tuscan agriculture to contribute to the sustainable development of this culturally rich landscape.
