PhD project in Crop Diversification and Soil Health

Sveriges Lantbruksuniversitet

Subject area: Agricultural Science
About the position
Crop diversification is a set of agroecological practices, e. g. diverse crop rotations (varying the crops in time), intercropping (species mixtures) and cover crops (non-harvested vegetation grown during times between main crops). Crop diversification can enhance soil health by promoting biological activity and reducing the buildup of pests and diseases. Different crops with varying root systems enhance soil structure, nutrient cycling, and...