Estrategias de agricultura regenerativa para mejorar la salud del suelo

Daniela Jaqueline Herrera-Sánchez; Tatiana Carolina Gavilánez-Buñay

doi:10.55813/gaea/rcym/v1/n2/12

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Published: 2023-05-10

DOI: https://doi.org/10.55813/gaea/rcym/v1/n2/12

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regenerative agriculture, soil health, cover crops, composting, crop rotation

Herrera-Sánchez, Daniela Jaqueline

Universidad UTE

https://orcid.org/0009-0005-3667-8395

Gavilánez-Buñay, Tatiana Carolina

Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7422-3122

Abstract

Progressive soil degradation, intensified by conventional agricultural practices, represents a critical threat to agrifood sustainability. This study aims to analyze, through a systematic literature review in indexed databases, the most effective regenerative agriculture strategies to restore soil health. Rigorous inclusion criteria were used that prioritized peer-reviewed empirical studies on cover crops, composting and diversified crop rotation. The results show that these practices significantly improve soil structure, fertility, microbial activity and water holding capacity, while enhancing ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration and erosion resistance. Functional synergies between these strategies are also identified, especially when they are applied jointly and adapted to the soil and climate context. The analysis concludes that regenerative agriculture is a viable, resilient and ecologically restorative approach, although its effectiveness depends on local factors and sustained implementation, supported by public policies and agronomic innovation.

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2023): Integrated Science for Social Transformation

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Author Biographies

Herrera-Sánchez, Daniela Jaqueline, Universidad UTE

Agroindustrial Engineer and Master in Quality Management, recognized for her entrepreneurial approach and her contribution to the agroindustrial sector. With a solid academic background, she has excelled in the transformation of raw materials into safe food, performing microbiological and physicochemical analysis to ensure their safety. Her experience includes areas such as meat products, cereals, fruits, vegetables, biotechnology and dairy. Daniela has also ventured into customer service and digital marketing, developing effective strategies that increase sales and meet customer needs, standing out for her proactivity, determination and communication skills.

Gavilánez-Buñay, Tatiana Carolina, Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi

Director of the Agroindustry career at the Technical University of Cotopaxi. She is a Biochemical Engineer and has a Master's degree in Agroindustry with a specialization in Food Technology, in addition to a Master's degree in Medicinal Plants. Her professional and academic career is oriented to technological development and research in the agro-industrial and natural resources fields

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Herrera-Sánchez, D. J., & Gavilánez-Buñay, T. C. (2023). Regenerative agriculture strategies to improve soil health. Scientific Journal Science and Method, 1(2), 15-28. https://doi.org/10.55813/gaea/rcym/v1/n2/12

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