The review article led by Ezequiel González and published in Biological Conservation undoubtedly ranks among the most significant publications produced by our team in 2026. Based on the evidence published to date, flower strips represent an effective tool for supporting biodiversity directly at the locations where they are established. However, their contribution to increasing biodiversity in the surrounding landscape appears to be less pronounced. At the same time, many important questions remain unanswered, particularly regarding the optimal management of flower strips, including their establishment, mowing, and mulching, as well as their effects on soil environments and other ecosystem components. The study contributes to a better understanding of the functioning of flower strips in agricultural landscapes and identifies key directions for future research and practical biodiversity conservation.
Congratulations to Ezequiel on this outstanding achievement!
Supported by project: Rationalisation of wildflower strip application to support biodiversity on arable land.
