Regeneration in Practice

Regeneration in Practice

Case Study: Almendrehesa, Altiplano (Spain)

Southeastern Spain is one of the driest regions in Europe. In the Altiplano region, decades of soil erosion, declining organic matter, and water scarcity have challenged both agriculture and landscape stability. Almendrehesa demonstrates how regenerative farming can gradually restore soil structure, biodiversity, and long-term resilience.

The Context

In semi-arid climates, soil degradation quickly affects the entire ecosystem. When soil loses structure, water runs off instead of being retained — increasing erosion and reducing long-term fertility.

The Approach

Almendrehesa applies regenerative principles focused on long-term ecosystem balance rather than short-term yield optimization. Dry farming, soil regeneration practices, and biodiversity integration are central to their method.

In the Altiplano, regeneration is not a trend — it is a practical necessity.

In Practice

  • Dry farming adapted to local climate conditions
  • Restoration of soil organic matter
  • Support for soil microbiome activity
  • Integration of biodiversity within orchards
  • Long-term landscape restoration strategy

Landscape & Soil in Transition

Regeneration is a gradual process. Improvements appear over time — in soil structure, water retention, vegetation cover, and biodiversity return. The goal is not a rapid transformation, but long-term resilience.

Almendrehesa landscape

Almond orchards integrated into the Altiplano landscape.

Soil detail Almendrehesa

Soil and vegetation management focused on biodiversity.

Altiplano aerial view

Aerial view of regenerative almond orchards in southeastern Spain.

Almendrehesa is one example of how regenerative agriculture can function in demanding environmental conditions. When we speak about origin, we speak about the landscape behind the ingredient — because quality begins there.

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