Examples
Examples
In the map below, you can find examples of water protection measures within this topic. These actions are picked from the Bank of Actions - if you are interested to browse other water protection actions, visit the Bank of Actions.
Agriculture
Awareness raising
Hazardous materials
Littering etc.
Oil spill prevention
Research and monitoring
Shipping and boating
Stormwater management
Strategies and programs
Wastewater management
Other
Drainage basin
Organic farming
Actor: City of Turku ● Year: 2008 ● Address: Ruissalon Kartano, Turku, Finland
In 2008 at the Mansion of Ruissalo the City of Turku shifted to organic farming.
Description
In the area the city grows wheat, rye and oat. A crop rotation method is used on the farm which means three years of growing grain and two years of growing clover. At the same time the farm omitted the use of pesticides and fertilizers. The contract for growing crops is in force five years at a time.
Benefits
Clover binds nitrogen in itself. When it is crushed it naturally fertilises the soil for the future grain growing.
Background information
The action is completely voluntary. Hopefully the case is seen as an example for other farmers of the area.
Further information
Name: Timo Sirkiä ● Email: timo.sirkia (a) turku.fi ● Web page: www.turku.fi
