Considering the influence of the variability in management practices on the environmental impacts of fruit production: A case study on raspberry production in Chile

Vásquez-Ibarra, Leonardo; Iriarte, Alfredo; Rebolledo-Leiva, Ricardo; Vásquez, Marcia; Meza, Lídia Ângulo; González-Araya, Marcela C.

doi:10.1016/j.jclepro.2021.127609

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“…Krishkova et al (2020) [61] pointed out that improving the economic performance parameters of raspberry production can be achieved through the optimization of alternative agricultural management practices. Vasquez-Ibarra et al (2021) revealed that the variability in the environmental categories can be associated with three main causes: the quantity of agrochemicals used, the type of agrochemicals, and the yield obtained in each orchard [62]. These causes can individually or jointly influence the variability in the environmental impact categories, as is the case of the quantity of agrochemicals applied and yield obtained.…”

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Sustainable Development Solutions: Growing and Processing Raspberries on Lithuanian Farms

Ispiryan,

Giedraitis,

Sermuksnyte-Alesiuniene

et al. 2023

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The EU’s goals by 2050 are to ensure food security, prevent bio-diversity loss, and strengthen the EU food system’s resilience. Recent scientific research and the situation in the global market show that the cultivation and processing of raspberries is currently completely unsustainable. This sector is experiencing a huge decline in Lithuania. Therefore, we chose the sustainability of raspberry growing (from farm) and processing (to fork) as an object. The aim of this article was (i) to analyze the raw material of the raspberry plant for product sustainable processing, (ii) to create a digital sustainability measurement model, and (iii) to present sustainable development solutions for effective raspberry growing and processing on Lithuanian farms using content and descriptive methods. This paper discusses how to help small raspberry growers and processors achieve sustainable economic, environmental, and social performance from field raw material to processed products. Analysis of the scientific literature has revealed qualitative and quantitative sustainability indicators for improving raspberry production. The assessment of the sustainability according to our created model revealed the (un)sustainable factors and the current situation in raspberry farms on a Likert scale from very unsustainable to very sustainable. Based on the evaluation we have determined sustainable development solutions. Raspberry growing and processing in Lithuania can contribute to environmental conservation, economic growth, and social well-being, fostering a more sustainable and resilient agricultural sector by investing in R&D, improving productivity, creating employment opportunities and supporting rural communities, establishing a robust waste management system, and embracing renewable energy sources. Raspberry growers and processors can use the digital model we created for the sustainability, efficiency, and development directions of their farm.

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Sustainable Development Solutions: Growing and Processing Raspberries on Lithuanian Farms

Ispiryan,

Giedraitis,

Sermuksnyte-Alesiuniene

et al. 2023

Foods

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“…The continued and unjustified excessive use of these can damage the environment and biodiversity and may affect human health, causing chronic health problems [5]. It has been proved that crops fertilization has the greatest impact on the environment [6]. The compounds used, depending on their chemical structure, remain permanently in the environment and can accumulate in fruits, vegetables and also in animal meat.…”

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Evaluation of Selected Heavy Metals Contaminants in the Fruits and Leaves of Organic, Conventional and Wild Raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.)

2022

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Chemical pollutants contaminate the air, soil and then plants, which are the main source of xenobiotics for humans. Many consumers perceive that organically grown foods are of better quality, healthier and more nutritious than conventionally grown foods. The aim of the study was to analyse raspberry fruits and leaves from organic, conventional and wild crops in Poland for two years, independently of climatic and agrotechnical conditions. The metal contents (Al, B, Cu, Mn and Zn) were determined using the validated Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES) and by Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS/MS) (As, Cd, Pb, Cr, Co, Mo, V, Sr, Sb, Ti and Tl). The raspberry fruits from organic farming contained more (p ≤ 0.05) Cd, Zn, Mn and V compared to those from conventional cultivation. Fruits of wild-growing raspberry had more Cd, Zn, Co and Mn compared to other crops. Wild-growing raspberry leaves had more Cd, Pb, Zn, Mn and Tl than the other leaves. The raspberry leaves from organic cultivation had more Cr, Cd and Pb compared to leaves from conventional cultivation. The leaves and fruits of wild-growing raspberry are characterized by a significantly higher content of heavy metals.

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Soil quality in the urban gardens of Barcelona (Spain)

Dondini,

Úbeda,

Certini

et al. 2024

J Soils Sediments

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Purpose Urban agriculture is expanding worldwide and is being promoted by the FAO as a strategic activity because of its environmental, socio-economic, and educational benefits for citizens. In Spain, it is estimated that there are more than 20,000 urban gardens. There are many variables to take into account when starting to cultivate an urban garden, among which the quality of the soil is crucial. Nevertheless, some studies have shown high levels of contamination in soils dedicated to urban horticulture. The sources of contamination can be various, such as previous unrecognized management and irrigation with poor quality water, or the addition of polluted compost and other soil improvers. Soil contamination can migrate to vegetables and fruits, thus entering the food chain. Materials and methods In this study, we analyzed the soils from ten urban gardens in the city of Barcelona, with a special focus on possible contaminants. Based on the possibility that irrigation water is a source of pollution, this was also analyzed in all investigated gardens. Results and discussion Some of the waters analyzed for irrigation have a high concentration of salts, and a few of them contain nitrites, which are listed as a pollutant. The dominant texture of the soils was sandy clay loam and loamy sand, the pH was generally high, between 7.87 and 8.41, clearly carbonated, with Ca generally being the dominant exchangeable cation, but without the risk of a high percentage of active carbonates that could make it difficult to grow vegetables. The content in organic matter was very variable, but in all cases it appeared to be potentially incrementable. The three tests used to check possible soil contamination from heavy metals, do not attest to significant pollution. Conclusions The soil quality overall is suitable for growing vegetables and allowing growers to work in these areas in complete safety. Although it would be necessary to analyze also other toxic elements, not considered in this study, some of the measured ones could come from the gases of road transport or even from the port of Barcelona.

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Considering the influence of the variability in management practices on the environmental impacts of fruit production: A case study on raspberry production in Chile

Cited by 8 publications

References 36 publications

Sustainable Development Solutions: Growing and Processing Raspberries on Lithuanian Farms

Sustainable Development Solutions: Growing and Processing Raspberries on Lithuanian Farms

Evaluation of Selected Heavy Metals Contaminants in the Fruits and Leaves of Organic, Conventional and Wild Raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.)

Soil quality in the urban gardens of Barcelona (Spain)

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