The cultivation of Coapetilla can create new economic opportunities in marginalized and arid regions of the world, where agricultural options are limited. Its high productivity, low water requirements, ability to grow in degraded soils, and low anthropogenic energy demand compared to other fruit trees make it possible to promote sustainable production models that help improve the income and living conditions of communities living in poverty.
La Coapetilla The Coapetilla represents a strategic food source to strengthen food security in the world’s arid and semi-arid regions. Its high nutritional density, per-plant productivity, and ability to grow where traditional crops cannot thrive make it a viable alternative to diversify diets and improve access to nutritious food in communities vulnerable to hunger.
Thanks to its minimal water footprint, Coapetilla cultivation promotes a more efficient and responsible use of water resources. Its short irrigation cycle and adaptability to drought conditions can reduce water stress on freshwater sources, enabling more sustainable agricultural systems in regions where water is scarce or contaminated.
The cultivation of Coapetilla promotes more sustainable agricultural models by requiring fewer natural resources, less human intervention, and being viable in degraded soils. Its use encourages responsible production practices with lower environmental impact and greater resilience in the face of the challenges posed by global food consumption.
Coapetilla production contributes to climate change adaptation through a resilient production system capable of withstanding extreme temperatures, drought, and degraded soils. Its low requirements for water and potentially polluting resources such as chemical fertilizers and pesticides significantly reduce its environmental footprint, positioning it as an agricultural option aligned with climate mitigation strategies.
The controlled cultivation of Coapetilla on already degraded land helps restore the functionality of eroded soils without disturbing native ecosystems, providing a sustainable path to recover marginal agricultural areas and preserve environmental balance in arid regions.
Are you interested in contributing to the achievement of the UN 2030 SDGs through this innovative food alternative?
The cultivation of Coapetilla has the potential to impact six of the Sustainable Development Goals:
SDG 1: No Poverty
SDG 2: Zero Hunger
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 13: Climate Action
SDG 15: Life on Land
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