Arguments based on biocultural diversity to cease abandonment of traditional agricultural systems: Lessons from Poland

Traditional agricultural systems in the Kraków-Częstochowa Upland, Poland, are critical to preserving both biological and cultural diversity. The study reveals that the abandonment of these systems due to socio-economic changes and environmental policies threatens the region's unique biocultural heritage. Using a SWOT analysis, researchers identified strong interdependencies between cultural practices and biodiversity, emphasizing the need for sustainable agricultural strategies to protect this UNESCO-recognized landscape. The findings highlight the importance of integrating traditional knowledge with modern conservation efforts to safeguard both ecological and cultural values.

Prus, B., Uruszczak, M., & Hernik, J. (2021). Arguments based on biocultural diversity to cease abandonment of traditional agricultural systems: Lessons from Poland. Biodiversity and Conservation, 31(10), 1–26. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10531-021-02297-2