Use of native varieties

Implementation

Long term

Sustainability components

  • GHG emissions
  • Air quality
  • Soil
  • Water
  • Biodiversity
  • Animal welfare
  • Economic
  • Social
  • Technical feasibility

Climate risk region

Southern
Southern

Weather event addressed

Drought
Summer
Very high temperatures / Heat wave
Summer

Farming system

FRUITS & VINEYARDS
Vineyards

Description of the measure

Use of local varieties that are adapted to local conditions

Comments on sustainability

Native varieties are better adapted to local soil, climate and pests. They usually need less agricultural inputs (water, fertilizers, treatments) and are more stable in the yields.