Poland\u2019s agroforestry heritage is strongly connected to traditional mosaic landscapes, especially in south-eastern loess areas and in the historic shelterbelt systems of Greater Poland. In many rural regions, long and narrow fields, balks, hedgerows, access roads, gullies, orchards, woodland patches and small forest areas still reflect centuries of land use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In south-eastern Poland, this mosaic landscape is closely linked to cultural identity, regional production and tourism. Although fragmented land use may seem less efficient, it plays an important role in reducing erosion, protecting soils, supporting biodiversity and preserving the traditional rural character of the countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another important example is the Ch\u0142apowski landscape, where shelterbelts, hedgerows, tree alleys and in-field woodlands were introduced in the 19th century as a model of sustainable agricultural management. Today, these elements remain part of Poland\u2019s cultural heritage and provide inspiration for modern agroforestry systems adapted to climate and socio-economic challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sources: <\/strong>Baran-Zg\u0142obicka & Zg\u0142obicki, 2012; Bo\u017c\u0119tka, 2016; Meeus, 1995; Nowak & Grunewald, 2018; Ba\u0142azy, 2001; Przegon, 2015; Szumiga\u0142a, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This blog article is the result of collaborative work carried out by the Czech Living Lab on the topic of Culture and Heritage, with the support and input of project partners and Living Lab leaders across the ReForest project.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Mosaic Landscapes and Shelterbelts: Polish Agroforestry Heritage Poland\u2019s agroforestry heritage is strongly connected to traditional mosaic landscapes, especially in south-eastern loess areas and in the historic shelterbelt systems of Greater 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