Continuation...

Upon arrival at the vineyard, the 2025 agroforestry system was presented. An explanation was given about what syntropic agriculture entails, the planting method used, the crops and varieties introduced, as well as the plans for the upcoming spring/summer cultivation and the future vision for that area.

The visit continued through the vineyard, where grape varieties and current and future viticultural practices were discussed. The group also spoke about the implementation of pasture, ground cover strategies, and methods for incorporating organic matter into the soil. Upcoming activities planned for the vineyard’s four experimental rows were also outlined.

Finally, the group visited the 2024 agroforestry area, where the crops already implemented, the practices carried out, and the objectives for this area — previously occupied by eucalyptus — were explained. Future plans for this zone were also shared.



On the way back to the main house, the professor took a moment to speak with the students, emphasising that not all farms follow intensive cultivation models and that it is indeed possible to adopt farming practices that are less harmful to the environment. He also highlighted the importance of farms like Vale da Esteva in regenerating soils and restoring the environment.
It was with this brief lesson that the visit came to an end.