5 Amendments of Inés AYALA SENDER related to 2008/2219(INI)
Amendment 11 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Recommends the development of a rapid alert and continuous surveillance system for soil condition so that timely action can be taken to combat erosion, the depletion of organic matter resulting in greenhouse gas emissions and the loss of arable land and biodiversity;
Amendment 18 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 5 a (new)
Paragraph 5 a (new)
5a. Recognises the role of the water framework directive (Directive 2000/60/EC) as a regulatory framework and a basic instrument for soil protection, promoting interregional cooperation, the sustainable use of water and the protection of available water resources whilst at the same time helping to mitigate the effects of floods and drought;
Amendment 20 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6a. Considers it necessary to strengthen the parameters for eco-conditionality and their application throughout the European Union, above all as regards biodiversity and organic matter in soils, and to extend them to cover water protection;
Amendment 21 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6 b (new)
Paragraph 6 b (new)
6b. Highlights the contribution made by European farmers to combating soil erosion and desertification and seeks recognition of the pivotal role played by European producers in preserving plant cover in regions affected by persistent drought or threatened by wind-blown sand; emphasises the specific benefits of permanent crops, orchards and vineyards, meadows, pasture and forestry for water collection;
Amendment 22 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6 c (new)
Paragraph 6 c (new)
6c. Underlines the role of forests in the water cycle and the importance of a balanced mix of forests, grassland, pasture and crop land for sustainable water management; highlights, in particular, the role of soils with high organic content and adapted crop rotation; warns that the increasing exploitation of land is a threat to agriculture, food security and sustainable water management.