Aspect (exposure)

The aspect of a plot of land or a slope refers to its orientation in relation to the cardinal points. This orientation significantly influences the microclimate and the success of crop cultivation.

The most closely related variable to aspect is undoubtedly solar radiation, but other factors such as temperature and humidity are also affected. Considering the sun’s path: it rises in the east, reaches its highest point toward the south at noon, and moves westward in the afternoon. 

South-facing lands receive the most sunlight, followed by west-facing, east-facing, and finally north-facing areas, which get the least. This factor plays a crucial role in assessing the suitability of land for cultivation. In tree crops and small fruits, row orientation should be optimized based on aspect to maximize productivity. In vegetable crops, shading systems such as panels or nets are often used to mitigate aspect-related effects. 

BioAksxter® can be applied regardless of land aspect. In cases where aspect leads to excesses, deficiencies, or imbalances, BioAksxter® enhances crop resilience to climatic stress, promoting balance and improving productivity. Moreover, in situations of significant light imbalances, the use of BioAksxter® M31 Photovoltaic Greenhouse and BioAksxter® M32 Photovoltaic Greenhouse enhances light capture capacity, thereby increasing photosynthetic efficiency.