Regenerative agriculture focuses on soil health and biodiversity. Some of the crops recommended for regenerative agriculture are fruit and citrus trees. Additionally, crop rotation is a common practice in regenerative agriculture and can help improve soil health.
Organic farming and regenerative farming share some principles and practices, but regenerative farming focuses on creating sustainable and regenerative agricultural systems that promote biodiversity and restoring healthy ecosystems, while organic farming focuses on the production of foods without the use of synthetic chemicals. Although organic farming refers to a broader term, which includes different types of agriculture that, such as regenerative agriculture, minimize the impact of agricultural activity on the land.
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is a roadmap towards a new development paradigm in which people, the planet, prosperity, peace and alliances take a central role.
Some ways retailers can contribute to the SDGs include:
• Promote sustainable and responsible business practices.
• Reduce the environmental impact of your operations.
• Promote fair and equitable labor practices.
• Support local communities.
ZERYA has been a strategic partner for the Cooperative for many years.
We work hand in hand with Cooperfrutas’ technicians and agronomists in their transition to regenerative agriculture. Marta Soveral Agricultural Engineer
Marta Soveral
Cooperfrutas
