Andalusia's €700,000 Lab Fights Climate Change, Drought Impact on Crops
Andalusia has invested €700,000 in a pioneering project to tackle climate change and drought effects on Mediterranean crops. The Andalusian Institute for Agricultural Research and Training (Ifapa) has launched a future drought and climate laboratory in Córdoba, focusing on crops like olive, grape, citrus, and dry fruits.
The laboratory, equipped with advanced systems for crop characterization and climate control, is designed by Ifapa researchers in collaboration with leading companies. It comprises two independent modules to reproduce various climatic conditions, including drought episodes and heat waves. Currently, trials are underway on olive, almond, pistachio, and grape, with plans to begin trials on orange and mandarin in the coming months. Preliminary results show responses of certain crops to moderate hydric stress, enabling short and medium-term irrigation schedules tailored to Andalusian conditions.
The laboratory aims to determine the best-adapting varieties and crops to the future Andalusian climate and find solutions for efficient water and soil management. This innovative project seeks to enhance the resilience of Andalusian agriculture in the face of climate change.
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