Trees to plant

1 725

Trees already funded

100

CO2 sequestered

111 tC02eq over 30 years

Type of plantation

Hedgerows

Number of species

19

Area

725 linear meters

Brittany



Ensure the well-being of Breton cows

Trees to plant

1 725

Trees already funded

100

CO2 sequestered

111 tC02eq over 30 years

Type of plantation

Hedgerows

Number of species

19

Area

...

Project leader

Farmer

Type of production

Livestock

Method of operation

Conventional


Project description

In Finistère, a farmer managing 60 dairy cows, primarily of the Normande breed, operates a farm largely based on a grazing system supplemented by cereal production. Committed to transitioning toward organic farming, he is implementing several initiatives aimed at enhancing the sustainability of his farm and the well-being of his animals.

The project includes the planting of three simple hedgerows along field edges. These hedgerows will play a crucial role in regulating the microclimate by providing natural protection against winds and creating shaded areas for the cows, thereby contributing to their well-being. Additionally, the farmer plans to plant a 0.2-hectare grove in a poor soil area, enhancing local biodiversity and optimizing land use.

This initiative aligns with a broader agroecological approach, aiming to strengthen the resilience of the farm while fostering a healthier environment for the animals and preserving natural resources.

 


Planted species

Wild service tree
Single-seeded hawthorn
Silver birch
Alder buckthorn
Pedunculate oak
Sessile oak
Service tree
Dogwood
Dog rose
Field maple
Common ash
Spindle
Broom
Wild cherry
Hazel
Wild pear
Black elderberry
Small-leaved lime
Privet

Impacts

Indicators of the environmental and agricultural benefits generated by the project (data from scientific and satellite analyses).

63 %

Potential biodiversity index

3.2t/an

Firewood from pruning

13

Pollination
(species of bees present)

111 tCO2eq

CO2 storage (over 30 years)

4.1 t/an

Forage for animals

-4 °C

Climate regulation (local microclimate in summer)

63 %

Air quality (reduction in pesticide spread)

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