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Project Title: The Effectiveness of Conservation Agriculture in Mitigating Climate Change through Soil Conservation and Carbon Storage
Acronym: CAREsoil
Project Duration: 1 December 2025 – 30 November 2028
Project Leader: Prof. Danijel Jug, PhD
Collaborators:
Danijel Jug, Irena Jug, Boris Đurđević, Bojana Brozović, Monika Marković, Vladimir Ivezić, Vladimir Zebec, Jurica Jović, Branka Šakić Bobić, Zoran Grgić, Marcela Andreata-Koren, Marijana Ivanek Martinčić , Iva Rojnica, Ivana Dodlek Šarkanj, Marko Josipović
Partners:
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Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb (AFZ)
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University of Applied Sciences in Križevci (VUK)
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University North (SN)
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Agricultural Institute Osijek (PIO)
Project Summary:
Conservation agriculture represents a key strategy in combating climate change, primarily through soil conservation and increased carbon storage. This project analyzes the effectiveness of methods such as conservation tillage, soil coverage with plant or crop residues, and crop rotation in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving soil quality and health. These practices have a positive impact on soil productivity, reducing erosion, degradation, and greenhouse gas emissions. Through the analysis of existing research and field studies, the project will assess the contribution of conservation agriculture to carbon sequestration and its impact on the productivity and long-term sustainability of agricultural systems. Expected outcomes include a reduction in CO2 emissions, increased soil fertility, improved resilience to extreme weather conditions, and long-term economic benefits for farmers. The project will provide guidelines for the broader adoption of sustainable practices and support policies aimed at climate-smart agriculture.
Keywords: Conservation agriculture, Conservation soil tillage, Climate change, Soil degradation, Carbon sequestration, Carbon footprint
Total Project Budget: 196.000,00 €
Amount Awarded to FAZOS: 196.000,00 €
Project Website: http://caresoil.eu/
