Enhance orchard biodiversity with ecological practices

Enhancing orchard biodiversity with nature-based pest control and habitat structures

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Detail description

Supports natural pest control in temperate fruit orchards through habitat diversification. Recommends hedges, flower strips, nesting sites for pollinators and insect predators, and vole management integration. Part of the BIOFRUITNET project, published by Naturland e.V. (Germany) in 2022. Available in English (USA) and German (Switzerland) on Organic Farm Knowledge. Focuses on biodiversity conservation, organic horticulture, and ecosystem resilience.

Contribution detail info

Project

BIOFRUITNET

Boosting Innovation in Organic FRUIT production through strong knowledge NETworks

Location
Germany
Authors
Jutta Kienzle
Purpose
Support decision-making and strategic planning, Adopt innovative practices

File type
document
Created on
Mar 20, 2026
Origin language
English
Official project website
License
Other