Native seeds sowing for pasture improvement.
Implementation
Short term
Sustainability components
GHG emissions- Air quality
- Soil
- Water
- Biodiversity
- Animal welfare
Economic- Social
- Technical feasibility
Climate risk region
Southern
Weather event addressed
All
Farming system
ANIMALS
Extensive livestock systems
Description of the measure
Quality improvement of pasture can be achieved through sowing with native legumes seeds. Livestock grazing is necessary to decrease the competence of grasses, and to spread legumes seeds.
Comments on sustainability
A more covered soil increases its capacity of water filter and capture. A soil with more legumes decrease the nitrogen lixiviation. This measure involves an economic investement.