During the 5th Iberian Congress of the Dehesa and the Montado, the importance of forest regeneration as a fundamental tool to ensure the continuity and sustainability of these unique ecosystems was emphasised. Key strategies to ensure the healthy growth of holm oaks and cork oaks, species essential for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem services, were one of the most prominent topics of the event.
Strategies for the Regeneration of the Dehesa-Montado
? Controlled Plantations: The creation of new plantations under proper management, with an approach adapted to local conditions, is essential to ensure the future regeneration of trees and the sustainability of the dehesa.
? Protection Against Pests and Diseases: Pests and diseases pose a threat to the trees of the dehesa. For this reason, the importance of control and protection strategies to guarantee their survival was emphasised.
? Innovation in Sustainable Management: New forest management techniques were presented that promote natural regeneration and improvement of soil quality, ensuring that the dehesa systems remain productive and resilient.
Advances for the Future of the Dehesa and the Montado
The success of these initiatives will depend on collaboration between researchers, managers and local actors, who are seeking to guarantee the regeneration of these ecosystems that are so essential for biodiversity, climate change mitigation and sustainable production.
? Find out more about these solutions in our next article, which will delve deeper into the innovations and strategies presented at the Congress. ? Relive all the presentations on the Congress website! ? https://congresodehesamontado.com/