NbS that can be implemented in cultural landscapes:
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Flower strips and buffer zones: Buffer zones and flower strips are types of vegetation structure planted to serve a specific purpose. For example, to protect a water course by taking up excess phosphorous from field run-off, provide flower resources for insects, provide food and shelter to animals, or protect against soil erosion.
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No tillage: No, or reduced, tillage refers to the practice of sowing or planting the new crop, after harvest, without first tilling the soil.
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Mulching: Mulching is a collection of NbS that focuses on covering the soil and adding nutrients and organic matter to it. This can be compost, chopped plant material, or even living mulch in form of intercropping plants that grow under the main crop.
Are you unsure how to choose an NbS for the cultural landscapes? See our general guidance on Nature-based solutions! Link to general guidance
References
UNESCO (2012) Operational Guidelines for the Implementation of the World Heritage Convention [1] Archived 2019-11-27 at the Wayback Machine. UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Paris. Page 14.
This page has been written by Helena Hanson and Johanna Alkan Olsson