Summary
This paper synthesises current knowledge on the sustainable management of cultivated peatlands in Switzerland, a context where agricultural production on peatlands conflicts with climate and environmental objectives. The authors examine existing management insights, identify key challenges to sustainability (particularly soil carbon loss and water management), and discuss policy and market opportunities to improve practices. The work is framed as contributing to informed decision-making for both practitioners and policymakers in regions where peatland agriculture persists.
UK applicability
UK peatland management faces analogous tensions between agricultural use and carbon/biodiversity conservation, particularly in England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The Swiss policy and market mechanisms discussed may offer comparative insights for UK agri-environment schemes and peatland restoration funding frameworks.
Key measures
Management practices, carbon losses, regulatory frameworks, and implementation barriers for peatland conservation
Outcomes reported
The study examined sustainable management practices, environmental challenges, and policy opportunities for cultivated peatlands in Switzerland. It assessed insights and barriers to implementing conservation-oriented management on these carbon-rich soils.
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