Drought: Portuguese researchers develop innovative irrigation technology
Researchers from LITecS – Laboratory of Innovation and Technologies for Sustainability were at Science for Industry, Madrid.
Researchers from LITecS – Laboratory of Innovation and Technologies for Sustainability were at Science for Industry, Madrid.
Improving MEDiterranean irrigation and Water supply for smallholder farmers by providing Efficient, low-cost, and nature-based Technologies and practices MED-WET
Pilot study supports farmers in making efficient and sustainable decisions in remote locations.
The objectives are to enhance the appreciation and understanding of technical-scientific knowledge in the field of aromatic and medicinal plants (PAM). This knowledge stems from collaborations with various business entities and research and innovation (R&D) institutions. The goal is to achieve this through the implementation of effective and agile knowledge transfer processes to the business sector. The project aims to contribute to the economic and commercial valorization of the PAM value chain, specifically in the health and wellness domain.
The objectives are to introduce and enhance irrigation efficiency for small farmers in the Mediterranean region, optimizing the use of scarce water resources to ensure long-term food and water security. It aims to support small farmers in adopting cost-effective, sustainable practices for irrigation and freshwater collection, promoting controlled water use combined with more resilient and regenerative agricultural methods that restore ecosystems over time, and contribute to increased value creation in rural areas.