Sustainable Agriculture Through a Holistic Perspective: Agroecology
Keywords:
Agroecology, Sustainable Agriculture, Biodiversity, Resilience, Food Sovereignty, Policy, Innovation, Collaboration, Knowledge-Sharing, Holistic Solutions.Abstract
Agroecology, as a holistic approach to farming, integrates ecological principles into agricultural systems to promote sustainability and resilience. This review article examines the principles, benefits, challenges, and future prospects of agroecology. By emphasizing biodiversity, nutrient cycling, and soil health, agroecology offers numerous benefits for farmers, ecosystems, and society, including reduced reliance on external inputs, enhanced resilience to climate change, and increased food security. However, agroecology faces challenges such as policy barriers and knowledge gaps that hinder its widespread adoption. Through case studies and success stories, we highlight the transformative potential of agroecology in improving agricultural productivity, environmental sustainability, and social equity. Moving forward, concerted efforts are needed to overcome barriers to adoption and scale up agroecological practices globally, thereby realizing its full potential in creating more sustainable and resilient food systems.
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