Pelayo Agronomía, a family firm based in La Pampa, Argentina, is making strides in sustainable agriculture by renting out 73,000 hectares of land. The company aims to create a group of landowners who adhere to a framework of agronomic best practices and offers leases that extend beyond the conventional one-year agreements that dominate the Argentine agricultural landscape.

With approximately 75% of Argentina's agricultural land rented under annual contracts, Pelayo Agronomía recognizes the pressing need for innovative strategies to address the significant physical and chemical deterioration of agricultural soils. The company’s approach advocates for longer lease durations, enabling better soil management and continuous monitoring. This is essential for enhancing or maintaining soil fertility, a critical factor in sustainable agricultural practices.

By collaborating with certified companies to monitor soil conditions, Pelayo Agronomía employs objective indicators to ascertain the health and productivity of the land. This proactive approach not only benefits the agricultural producers but also contributes to environmental sustainability by promoting better farming practices and encouraging longer-term investments in soil health.