Altieri, Miguel A.

Miguel A. Altieri is an expert in sustainable agriculture, focusing on how farming can be environmentally friendly, productive, and socially just. He emphasizes that diverse, small-scale farming practices can better protect ecosystems, improve soil health, and support farmers' livelihoods compared to industrial methods. Altieri advocates for agroecology, which integrates ecological principles into farming, fostering resilience and sustainability. His work highlights the importance of local knowledge and biodiversity to create agriculture systems that are both efficient and environmentally responsible, helping to address global food security and environmental challenges.