Syntropic farming

Principled approach

Syntropic agriculture is an agricultural approach based on the principles of succession and natural stratification of ecosystems. It was developed by the Swiss farmer and scientist Ernst Götsch. This method promotes cooperation between plants and animals instead of competing for resources, mimicking natural processes to create sustainable and self-sufficient agricultural systems.

Natural Succession:

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  • Succession refers to the natural evolution of ecosystems over time, from early colonizers to mature communities. Syntropic agriculture mimics this process, planting species at different stages of their development to maintain soil productivity and biodiversity.

Stratification:

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  • Stratification consists of using different levels of vegetation (strata) that occupy different height levels and different ecological niches. This maximizes the use of sunlight and space, allowing diverse plants to coexist and thrive.

Synchronization and Cycles:

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  • The synchronization of plant and animal life cycles ensures that each species performs its function at the right time, creating a constant flow of nutrients and energy within the system.

Pruning and Biomass Management:

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  • Regular pruning of plants generates biomass that is reincorporated into the soil as organic matter, improving soil fertility and water retention. This also mimics leaf and branch fall in natural forests.

Beneficios de la Agricultura
Sintrópica

Reduces dependence on external inputs such as fertilizers and pesticides, promoting a closed nutrient cycle.

Creates agricultural systems that are more resistant to pests, diseases and extreme weather conditions.

Promotes biological diversity, which can increase the stability and productivity of the agricultural ecosystem.

Increases organic matter and microbial activity in the soil, improving its structure and fertility in the long term.

Planned succession and layering allow for continuous production of food and other agricultural products, without the need for extensive crop rotations.

Implementación de la
Syntropic farming

Plan the agricultural system based on natural succession and species stratification. Identify the appropriate plants for each stage of succession and stratum.

Choose species that fulfill specific functions (nitrogen fixation, soil cover, food production, etc.) and that are compatible with each other.

Implement pruning and biomass management practices to return nutrients to the soil and maintain ecosystem structure.

Continually monitor system development and adapt as necessary to maintain balance and productivity.

Planned succession and layering allow for continuous production of food and other agricultural products, without the need for extensive crop rotations.

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