Governor Margarita González Saravia stated that the objective is to make Morelos become the first agroecological state in the country.
The governor Margarita González Saravia has made it clear that “the field comes first” by signing an agreement with the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) to begin the preparation of fertility maps that allow farmers to choose the most appropriate fertilizers for their lands. With this, it is expected not only to improve the quality of the crops, but also to increase the agricultural productivity in the region.
The agreement was formalized at the facilities of the El Almeal ejidal spa, in Cuautla, where they met food producers that reach the homes of Morelos families, and who expressed their confidence and support for this initiative launched by the first female governor in the history of the state.
González Saravia stated that the objective is to make Morelos become the first agroecological state of the country, which is why from the first day of his government he has made a great effort “to give all the results possible in favor of our producers”and the signing of this agreement is a great step for the entity that has a great agricultural tradition.
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Margarita González Saravia assumes the commitment to reclaim the Morelos countryside. Credits: Special
“It is about reclaiming the countryside because, historically, through struggle, peasants have maintained their vocation and have never stopped working the land for generations”said the governor, who announced that she will ensure that, in each of the seven regions of the state, there is machinery available. availability of producers.
During the event, Jelle Van Loon, associate director of the CIMMYT Sustainable Agri-Food Systems Programspecified that the key is not only to know how to apply fertilizers, but to understand the characteristics of each plot and adjust fertilization and sustainable production strategies accordingly.
“We listen to producers and we know that desktop solutions are not enough. That is why our model involves constant presence in the field, with specialists accompanying the producer, explaining in detail how, where and why to apply recommended practices,” he pointed out.
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Margarita González Saravia assumes the commitment to reclaim the Morelos countryside. Credits: Special
Since 1969, CIMMYT has worked with local producers in Tlaltizapán, seeking solutions adapted to the region’s conditions. The creation of soil maps is an important step towards a more sustainable agriculturewhere local knowledge and experience are essential. This represents a joint effort to move towards an agricultural model that respects the environment and promotes responsible practices.
The signing of this agreement demonstrates how collaboration between institutions and communities can transform the reality of the field. With the leadership of the governor Margarita González Saravia and the support of CIMMYT, Morelos is heading toward a future in which agroecology and sustainability be a priority. This initiative seeks not only to improve agricultural production, but also to empower farmers and reaffirm their fundamental role in Morelos society.
