ECOBASE is an innovative project funded by the program Interreg IPA ADRION, aiming to promote sustainable practices and enhance environmental management in the Adriatic-Ionian basin.
On Friday, July 13 2026, the second Capacity Building & Training Program was successfully implemented at the municipality Kavadarci, North Macedonia.
Project team from Institute of agriculture - Skopje, has an opportunity to share the knowledge and experience in sustainable use of soil and biodiversity protection with participants from the Pilot area representing different groups of stakeholders (agricultural producers, government institutions, private sector, NGOs and academia).
Training included the following training modules:
- Soil and its quality
- Soil degradation – еco-friendly nature-based solutions
- Climate - smart viticulture and orchard production aimed at preserving biodiversity and
- Climate-smart rural economy to protect soils and biodiversity
At the end of the training session, participants had the opportunity to ask questions and engage in a general discussion related to the covered topics.
Farmers shared their practical experiences regarding prevention of soil erosion in vineyards and orchards and shared the results achieved through the implementation of some specific nature-based techniques, like occasional application of farm manure in vineyards. They noted a significant improvement in soil structure and fertility, reduced soil erosion, enhanced moisture retention, and increased crop productivity.
The representative from the Environment Protection Department of the Municipality of Kavadarci emphasized the fundamental role of soil in agricultural production and highlighted the importance of coordinated action by the relevant ministries, regional institutions, and local authorities in developing and implementing innovative nature-based solutions for soil protection and conservation. The training session, underscored the need to safeguard soil as one of the country's most valuable natural resources and a prerequisite for sustainable agricultural development.
More information about the project is available on its official website: https://ecobase.interreg-ipa-adrion.eu/
