Establishment of Native Species in Agroforestry Systems in the Dourados Region, MS

Abstract

Currently, agricultural production in Brazil faces a significant challenge: greenhouse gas emissions. Carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), and nitrous oxide (N₂O) are particularly concerning, with the latter being the most potent pollutant. Among the available solutions, integrated cropping systems stand out. These systems involve cultivating multiple crops in the same area, improving land use efficiency. With this in mind, this project aims to implement an agroforestry system in the Panambi region of Dourados, Mato Grosso do Sul, integrating various native Cerrado trees with aroeira. The project began by selecting a one-hectare area where land preparation activities, including rock removal and clearing, were carried out. Subsequently, various seedlings were planted, such as aroeira, sangra d’água, tucaneiro, mutambo, and embaúba, at appropriate spacings to ensure plant development. Additionally, the plants were fertilized to support growth. Throughout the project, plants will be continuously monitored, collecting data on various variables such as growth, trunk diameter, and pest incidence. The collected data will be used to evaluate the performance of different species and the overall efficiency of the system. The goal is to assess the performance of native Cerrado trees in agroforestry systems.