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Desertification

Land degradation in dry areas caused by overgrazing, deforestation, poor irrigation practices, or climate change, leading to loss of soil fertility.

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  • Land degradation

    The decline in land quality caused by erosion, compaction, salinization, nutrient depletion, or other processes reducing productivity.

  • Overgrazing

    Excessive grazing pressure that reduces vegetation cover, compacts soil, and accelerates erosion.

  • Deforestation

    The removal of trees and forests for agriculture, settlements, or logging, often causing erosion, biodiversity loss, and carbon emissions.

  • Soil fertility

    The capacity of soil to supply essential nutrients and support healthy plant growth.

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REACT4MED Project (Grant Agreement No. 2122) is funded by PRIMA, the Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area, a Programme supported by Horizon 2020, the European Union’s Framework Programme for Research and Innovation.

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