Intercropping to reduce fertiliser use and nutrient losses

Intercropping grain legumes and cereals reduces synthetic fertiliser use and nutrient losses, enhancing resource efficiency and supporting EU sustainability goals. This approach lowers nitrous oxide emissions and eutrophication, improves land-use efficiency by 30–40%, and maintains or increases yields with 20% less phosphorus. The ReMIX project promotes intercropping as a key strategy for sustainable intensification, addressing policy and economic barriers through incentives, education, and integration into EU Farm to Fork and Biodiversity strategies.