Bulgarian Viticultural Soil Health Living Lab (BUV LL)

Description:
The Bulgarian Viticultural Soil Health Living Lab (BUV SHELL) is centered on the grape vineyards of the Agricultural University of Plovdiv. This area benefits from a distinct microclimate.
 
Challenges:
The region faces significant issues, including a decline in soil organic matter, poor soil structure and biodiversity, and mounting pressures from climate change.

Potential Solutions:
To overcome these challenges, BUV SHELL focuses on improving soil structure and biodiversity, enhancing soil literacy among society, reducing soil pollution, fostering restoration, conserving soil organic matter, and implementing measures to prevent erosion.