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In this second part dedicated to agroecology in Benin, Antoine Troji, an agronomist involved in the SAVABE project, presents the results of trials conducted in farming environments to combat root-knot nematodes in chili pepper cultivation. This multi-stakeholder project, funded by the European Union and the Embassy of the Netherlands, has tested endogenous and scientific innovations, such as the use of Crotalaria, African basil, or indigenous microorganisms.
The study highlights encouraging results for soil health, although adoption by producers requires constant adaptation to local economic and technical constraints. The discussion also addresses the crucial importance of the agroecological transition, supported by Edgar Deguénon who details the role of the Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) to certify and promote organic products in local markets, thus ensuring better profitability for farmers engaged in this sustainable approach. +, In this second part dedicated to agroecology in Benin, Antoine Troji, agronomist involved in the SAVABE project, presents the results of trials conducted in farming environments to combat root-knot nematodes in chili pepper cultivation. This multi-stakeholder project, funded by the European Union and the Embassy of the Netherlands, allowed testing endogenous and scientific innovations, such as the use of Crotalaria, African basil, or indigenous microorganisms.
The study highlights encouraging results for soil health, although adoption by producers requires constant adaptation to local economic and technical constraints. The discussion also addresses the crucial importance of the agroecological transition, supported by Edgar Deguénon who details the role of the Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) to certify and promote organic products in local markets, thus ensuring better profitability for farmers engaged in this sustainable approach. +
This webinar, dedicated to agroecology in Benin within the framework of the Urban project, highlights the progress of the transition towards sustainable agricultural practices. Ulysse Ayihaou, a PhD student in microbiology, presents successful trials using cover crops (sorghum/cowpea) and symbiotic solutions to fertilize soils without resorting to chemical fertilizers, thus improving tomato yields while preserving human health.
Romuald Gbegan, a farmer in Akassato, shares his experience transitioning to agroecology. He emphasizes the importance of diversifying crops and adopting systemic methods, such as the association of purple corn-legumes, to ensure the economic viability of his farm while regenerating his lands. This sharing of experience stresses the need to offer profitable solutions to producers. This approach, combining scientific rigor and field realities, proves to be a powerful lever to widely disseminate sustainable agroecological practices that protect public health. +, This webinar, dedicated to agroecology in Benin within the framework of the Urban project, highlights the progress of the transition towards sustainable agricultural practices. Ulysse Ayihaou, a PhD student in microbiology, presents successful trials using cover crops (sorghum/cowpea) and symbiotic solutions to fertilize soils without chemical fertilizers, thus improving tomato yields while preserving human health.
Romuald Gbegan, a farmer in Akassato, shares his experience transitioning to agroecology. He emphasizes the importance of diversifying crops and adopting systemic methods, such as the association of purple corn-legumes, to ensure the economic viability of his farm while regenerating his lands. This sharing of experience stresses the need to offer profitable solutions to producers. This approach, combining scientific rigor and field realities, proves to be a powerful lever to widely disseminate sustainable agroecological practices that protect public health. +
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As part of the Urbane project, Camille Archambaud and Abibou Mbow presented the results of an agroecological experiment conducted in Senegal at the Gaston Berger University farm in Saint-Louis. The study focuses on a peanut-onion rotation, essential crops for the region. The major innovation lies in the valorization of invasive aquatic plants, such as '''Typha australis''', transformed into mulch to cover soils and compost to improve fertility.
The results demonstrate that mulching is a key lever for peanuts, significantly improving yield, biomass, and soil carbon, while reducing weed pressure. For onions, fertilization plays a predominant role in yield and bulb size. This study highlights the importance of rethinking agriculture as a living ecosystem, transforming a major environmental constraint into a valuable resource, while limiting chemical inputs for more resilient and sustainable agriculture. +
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In this presentation, Jihad Elmalih, farmer and agroecology advisor, shares his experience at the Fessila farm in Morocco, a region facing increasing aridity. Confronted with extreme climatic conditions and poor soils, he implemented agroforestry systems inspired by traditional oases. These practices include living soil cultivation, the use of dense cover crops, planting windbreak hedges, and installing swales to optimize water management. These techniques have restored soil fertility and reduced water consumption by a factor of seven. Beyond technical aspects, Jihad Elmalih details the Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) established by the RIAM network. This inclusive system, based on trust between producers and consumers, certifies agroecological farms while promoting knowledge sharing and access to short marketing circuits. +
