The Université Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah (USMBA) is a multidisciplinary public university in Morocco with expertise in soil microbiology, plant-microbe interactions, and agroecological practices. USMBA contributes to AGROFORESTEAM through research on soil health indicators, microbial biofertilizers, and sustainable crop management. Its laboratories and field experience support the implementation of agroforestry systems in semi-arid contexts.
Role in the Project
USMBA specializes in soil microbiology and biofertilizers:
Contributes to WP1, by assessing soil health and beneficial microorganisms.
Participates in WP2, by supporting stakeholder engagement and gender-sensitive activities.
Engages in WP3, through soil and biodiversity monitoring.
Supports WP4, by providing data for environmental assessments.
Participates in WP5, by developing learning materials and outreach content.
