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A collective effort to counter soil erosion and enhance soil fertility on sloping farmland in the Ethiopian Highlands. Photo by Hans Hurni

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Restoring Mountain Systems for Social–Ecological Resilience

We invite systematic assessments of restoration experiences, empirical research on degradation, restoration, and their links to resilience, and review-based agendas for research, policy, or action.

Most winery owners appreciate the ecosystem services provided by drystone terraces, such as the reduction of soil erosion and the formation of a unique mountain terroir that enables the production of niche wines. © Christos Zoumides

A Future for Mountain Terraces: Experiences from Mediterranean Wineries

Mountain wineries are helping to revitalize mountain farming in Cyprus, creating economic opportunities and good prospects for restoring abandoned drystone terraces and using them productively again.

Biophysical constraints (eg elevation) and tourism shape and influence agricultural management of ecosystems at the municipal level. Photo by Bruno Locatelli

Community-Based Institutions Shape Cheese Co-Production in a French Alpine Valley

This study highlights the crucial role of community-based institutions for local livelihoods in heterogeneous mountain areas, based on a mixed-method analysis of constraints, drivers, and resources in agricultural production.

Chimborazo volcano, Ecuadorian highlands. Photo by Emilie Dupuits

Climate change

Climate change adaptation in mountains: How to close the gap between policies and local realities?

Two MRD authors presented their findings and discussed their recommendations with invited policymakers, practitioners, and the audience. Click to read the key insights and watch the recording!

The authors conducted sensorial tests—shown here—and experimental auctions to investigate recognition of the quality of artisanal mountain Pecorino cheeses. Photo by Marco Montecchiari

Consumer Liking and Value Perception of Mountain Cheese from Different Pasture Periods: Evidence for Mountain Systems Supporting Policies

Artisanal mountain Pecorino cheese made in spring—from the milk of sheep grazing on flowering meadows—can fetch higher prices. This can help support the sustainability of mountain grazing systems.

Restoring Mountain Systems for Social–Ecological Resilience

A Future for Mountain Terraces: Experiences from Mediterranean Wineries

Community-Based Institutions Shape Cheese Co-Production in a French Alpine Valley

Climate change adaptation in mountains: How to close the gap between policies and local realities?

Consumer Liking and Value Perception of Mountain Cheese from Different Pasture Periods: Evidence for Mountain Systems Supporting Policies

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