STRATEGIES ARE BEING INVESTIGATED TO IMPROVE IMPROVE CROP RESILIENCE RESILIENCE TO CLIMATE CHANGE
This area seeks to innovate agricultural practices towards more sustainable and environmentally friendly systems. Strategies to improve crop resilience to climate change are investigated, including adaptation Genetics and agronomic management. Soil-plant microbiome dynamics are explored to develop agricultural practices that improve soil health and crop efficiency. In addition, advanced fertilization systems that maximize food production while maintaining environmental sustainability and food security are studied. Agrobiodiversity and the use of adapted local varieties are promoted, along with conservation agriculture techniques that preserve natural resources and biodiversity.
RESILIENCE AND ADAPTATION OF CROPS TO CLIMATE CHANGE
This line of research focuses on studying the impact of climate change (elevated CO2, increased temperatures, droughts and irregular rainfall patterns) on crop physiology and nutritional quality. Different strategies, such as diversity Genetics and sustainable practices development , are explored to improve the adaptive capacity of crops to future environmental conditions.
MICROBIOME-SOIL-PLANT INTERACTIONS
This line studies the complex relationship between soil microorganisms, plants and their environment. It focuses on understanding how beneficial soil microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi and other organisms, interact with plants to improve aspects such as nutrient uptake, growth and tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses.
ADVANCED FERTILIZATION SYSTEMS AND FOOD SAFETY
Research is conducted at development and the application of innovative fertilization systems that are more efficient and environmentally sustainable. The line focuses on maximizing crop productivity and nutritional quality, while minimizing environmental impact, thus contributing to global food security.
SUBJECT NATURAL ORGANIC MATTER AND SOIL HUMUS
This line of work is dedicated to understanding the importance of organic subject and humus in soil health and fertility. It investigates how these substances influence soil structure, water retention capacity, nutrient availability and microbial activity, crucial aspects for the maintenance of healthy and sustainable terrestrial ecosystems.