ORIGINAL RESEARCH article
Front. Environ. Sci.
Sec. Land Use Dynamics
Volume 13 - 2025 | doi: 10.3389/fenvs.2025.1614675
Evolution and transformation of vineyard landscapes and promotion of sustainable viticulture. The case of Boukornine protected area in Tunisia
Provisionally accepted
Abdelkarim Hamrita1,2*
Faouzi Haouala3
KHOULOUD ANNABI1
Rania Kouki4Mokhtar Rejili3Bouthaina Dridi AlMohandes1- 1Institut Supérieur Agronomique de Chott Mariem (ISA-CM), Sousse, Tunisia
- 2University of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
- 3Department of Biology, College of Sciences, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- 4Higher Institute of Biotechnology of Monastir, Monastir, Tunisia
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The study explores the evolution and transformation of vineyard landscapes in the Boukornine region of Tunisia, focusing on the intersection of ecological sustainability, landscape heritage, and socioeconomic development. Situated near the Boukornine National Park, this vineyard area is undergoing significant changes driven by climate variability, urban pressure, and the modernization of agricultural practices. Using a mixed-methods approach combining spatial analysis, stakeholder interviews, and participatory governance models, the study reveals a shift from traditional, biodiversity-rich vineyards to more intensive, mechanized systems. This transformation has led to the homogenization of landscapes and the erosion of ecological functions. However, the proximity of the national park offers vital ecosystem services-such as microclimate regulation and biodiversity support-that enhance vineyard resilience. The study highlights the need for sustainable transitions in viticulture through organic farming, improved irrigation systems, and the valorization of local terroirs. It also emphasizes the role of participatory planning frameworks, such as those implemented through the OENOMED project, in fostering adaptive and inclusive governance. Overall, the research demonstrates the importance of integrating ecological, cultural, and territorial dimensions in promoting resilient and sustainable vineyard landscapes, particularly in Mediterranean contexts facing complex environmental and urban challenges.
Keywords: Vineyard landscapes, GIS process, participatory frameworks, land use change, Sustainable viticulture, Boukornine protected area
Received: 19 Apr 2025; Accepted: 07 Jul 2025.
Copyright: © 2025 Hamrita, Haouala, ANNABI, Kouki, Rejili and AlMohandes. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
* Correspondence: Abdelkarim Hamrita, Institut Supérieur Agronomique de Chott Mariem (ISA-CM), Sousse, Tunisia
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