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Complex agro-ecosystems for food security in a changing climate.

Uma Khumairoh, Jeroen Cj Groot, Egbert A Lantinga

Ecology and Evolution

|September 8, 2012

Summary

Integrating compost, azolla, ducks, and fish into rice production significantly boosted grain yields and farmer revenues, even during adverse weather. This complex farming system enhances food security and ecological sustainability for smallholders.

Keywords:

Agro-ecology nutrient cycling pest suppression rice smallholders

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Area of Science:

Agroecology
Sustainable Agriculture
Ecosystem Complexity

Background:

Conventional farming intensification degrades natural resources and excludes smallholders.
Complex agroecosystems can enhance nutrient cycling and pest control, improving yields and resilience.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the impact of increasing rice production system complexity on yields and revenues.
To assess the agro-ecological benefits of integrating compost, azolla, ducks, and fish.

Main Methods:

Enhancing rice production system complexity by adding combinations of compost, azolla, ducks, and fish.
Evaluating grain yields, plant nutrient content, pest density, and net revenues.
Conducting the study in East Java, Indonesia, during a season with adverse weather.

Main Results:

The most complex system (compost, azolla, ducks, fish) yielded the highest grain output.
Integrated components increased plant nutrient content, tillering, leaf area, and reduced pest density.
Net revenues were 114% higher compared to rice cultivation with only compost.

Conclusions:

Complex agricultural systems can significantly improve food security and farmer livelihoods in a changing climate.
Ecologically benign farming practices, like integrated cocultures, offer a viable alternative for smallholders.
Training and financial support are crucial for smallholder adoption of these sustainable systems.