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Reconnecting with cultivated biodiversity and traditional agroecological knowledge for a fruitful agriCulture methodological proposal for a participatory network of agrobiodiversity guardians in the Natural Park Sierra de Espadán, spain

Heusgen, Paula Marie LU (2021) In Master Thesis Series in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science, LUCSUS MESM02 20211
LUCSUS (Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies)
Abstract
Problem and Urgency: A global loss of cultivated biodiversity and traditional knowledge and practices can be observed. It is, however, essential to preserve this heritage that contributes to climate resilience, diversification of ecosystems and the dynamization of rural areas. Approach: Based on the work with Connecta Natura in the Sierra de Espadán (Spain), this thesis makes a proposal for a network of Agrobiodiversity Guardians for the in-situ conservation of traditional fruit tree varieties. It draws on a transition management and governance approach to analyse the system, the vision, and the potential. Findings: The knowledge, skills, and territory accessible to the organization present a fruitful foundation for the stepwise... (More)
Problem and Urgency: A global loss of cultivated biodiversity and traditional knowledge and practices can be observed. It is, however, essential to preserve this heritage that contributes to climate resilience, diversification of ecosystems and the dynamization of rural areas. Approach: Based on the work with Connecta Natura in the Sierra de Espadán (Spain), this thesis makes a proposal for a network of Agrobiodiversity Guardians for the in-situ conservation of traditional fruit tree varieties. It draws on a transition management and governance approach to analyse the system, the vision, and the potential. Findings: The knowledge, skills, and territory accessible to the organization present a fruitful foundation for the stepwise development of a centralized network. Conclusions and Implications: The organizational structure opens opportunities while the lack of participatory culture and the few working members can challenge the project. This thesis can help bridging the gap between diverse knowledge productions and transformative action. (Less)
Abstract (Spanish)
Problema y Ugencia: A nivel global se puede observar una pérdida de la biodiversidad cultivada y de los conocimientos y prácticas tradicionales agrícolas. Por lo tanto, es fundamental preservar este patrimonio, ya que contribuye a la resiliencia climática, a la diversificación de los ecosistemas y al dinamismo de las zonas rurales. Enfoque: Basado en el trabajo con Connecta Natura en la Sierra de Espadán (España), esta tesis hace una propuesta para la implementación de una red de guardianes de la agrobiodiversidad, para la conservación in-situ de variedades tradicionales de árboles frutales. Utiliza un enfoque de gestión y gobernanza de la transición para analizar el sistema, la visión y el potencial de la propuesta. Hallazgos: El... (More)
Problema y Ugencia: A nivel global se puede observar una pérdida de la biodiversidad cultivada y de los conocimientos y prácticas tradicionales agrícolas. Por lo tanto, es fundamental preservar este patrimonio, ya que contribuye a la resiliencia climática, a la diversificación de los ecosistemas y al dinamismo de las zonas rurales. Enfoque: Basado en el trabajo con Connecta Natura en la Sierra de Espadán (España), esta tesis hace una propuesta para la implementación de una red de guardianes de la agrobiodiversidad, para la conservación in-situ de variedades tradicionales de árboles frutales. Utiliza un enfoque de gestión y gobernanza de la transición para analizar el sistema, la visión y el potencial de la propuesta. Hallazgos: El conocimiento, las habilidades y el territorio de la organización presentan una base fructífera para el desarrollo gradual de una red centralizada de guardianes de la agrobiodiversidad. Conclusiones e Implicancias: La estructura organizativa de la organización abre oportunidades, mientras que la dependencia del financiamiento y el número limitado de personas son potenciales desafíos para el proyecto. Esta tesis puede ayudar a cerrar la brecha entre la producción de conocimiento diverso y la acción transformadora. (Less)
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author
Heusgen, Paula Marie LU
supervisor
organization
course
MESM02 20211
year
type
H2 - Master's Degree (Two Years)
subject
keywords
Agroecology, in-situ conservation, Participatory Action Research, sustainable agriculture, Transition Management and Governance, Spain
publication/series
Master Thesis Series in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science, LUCSUS
report number
2021:011
language
English
id
9047701
date added to LUP
2021-06-02 07:50:31
date last changed
2021-06-02 07:50:31
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  abstract     = {{Problem and Urgency: A global loss of cultivated biodiversity and traditional knowledge and practices can be observed. It is, however, essential to preserve this heritage that contributes to climate resilience, diversification of ecosystems and the dynamization of rural areas. Approach: Based on the work with Connecta Natura in the Sierra de Espadán (Spain), this thesis makes a proposal for a network of Agrobiodiversity Guardians for the in-situ conservation of traditional fruit tree varieties. It draws on a transition management and governance approach to analyse the system, the vision, and the potential. Findings: The knowledge, skills, and territory accessible to the organization present a fruitful foundation for the stepwise development of a centralized network. Conclusions and Implications: The organizational structure opens opportunities while the lack of participatory culture and the few working members can challenge the project. This thesis can help bridging the gap between diverse knowledge productions and transformative action.}},
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  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  series       = {{Master Thesis Series in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science, LUCSUS}},
  title        = {{Reconnecting with cultivated biodiversity and traditional agroecological knowledge for a fruitful agriCulture methodological proposal for a participatory network of agrobiodiversity guardians in the Natural Park Sierra de Espadán, spain}},
  year         = {{2021}},
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