CODE 121861 ACADEMIC YEAR 2026/2027 CREDITS 3 cfu anno 3 SCIENZE E CULTURE AGROALIMENTARI DEL MEDITERRANEO 11758 (L/GASTR R) - IMPERIA SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINARY SECTOR CEAR-09/B TEACHING LOCATION IMPERIA SEMESTER 2° Semester OVERVIEW Understanding the Ligurian rural landscape requires the ability to interpret it at multiple spatial and dimensional scales. The course offers a path of analysis of the characteristics of the Ligurian terraced landscape heritage, focusing on its historical aspects and productive potential in coherence with site vocations and local culture. AIMS AND CONTENT LEARNING OUTCOMES The student will acquire the ability to understand the typical characteristics of Ligurian terraced landscapes. AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The student will acquire knowledge of Ligurian terraced systems, the main traditional and innovative crops, as well as related maintenance and management issues. TEACHING METHODS The content will be discussed in lectures. A case study exercise will give students the opportunity to better understand the illustrated theoretical aspects. SYLLABUS/CONTENT Understanding the Characteristics of Ligurian Agricultural Landscapes Analysis of Ligurian Terraced Systems. Reading Tools Characteristics of Historic Ligurian Terraced Production Identification of Unique Features, Values, and Issues Strategies to Combat Abandonment and Promote Quality Production RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY Main references: Brancucci G., Ghersi A. (2018), Geodiversità dei vigneti liguri. Le relazioni tra paesaggio, suolo, vitigni e vino, Edifir, Firenze. Ghersi A., Ghiglione G. (2012), Paesaggi terrazzati- i muretti a secco nella tradizione rurale ligure, Il piviere editore. Gavi. Brancucci G., Ghersi A., Ruggiero M.E. (2000), Paesaggi liguri a terrazze Riflessioni per una metodologia di studio, Alinea Ed., Firenze. Quaini M. (1973), Per la storia del paesaggio agrario in Liguria, Camera di commercio industria artigianato e agricoltura. TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD ADRIANA GHERSI Ricevimento: write to adriana.ghersi@unige.it LESSONS Class schedule The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy EXAMS EXAM DESCRIPTION Oral. The student will present the exercise and answer some questions on the theoretical content. ASSESSMENT METHODS Both theoretical knowledge of the content and the results of the carried out exercise will be assessed. Agenda 2030 - Sustainable Development Goals Zero hunger Good health and well being Decent work and economic growth Sustainable cities and communities Responbile consumption and production Climate action Life on land
