Soil Monitoring

Soil survey and hydrological soil analysis in Trentino

Soil mapping to integrate the pedological information already available in soil databases (E. Mach Foundation) and hydrological insights for irrigation management in apple and grapevine cultivation in Trentino.

Project Info

Client
Edmund Mach Foundation – Autonomous Province of Trento

Country

Trentino-Alto Adige Region

Year

2025-2026

Objectives

To enhance knowledge of soils in wine- and apple-growing regions, both in terms of their pedological characteristics and through in-depth analysis of their hydrological behavior to support the irrigation needs of local consortia.

Activities and roles performed

Literature review on the characteristics of the territory.
Excavation, description, and sampling of soils in areas identified by the client to supplement current soil science knowledge.
Collection of undisturbed soil samples for analysis of hydrological behavior.
Preparation of reports and organization of databases.

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