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Theoretical elements in agroecology: ecological intensivity. Agroecology is the science of agroecosystems. Ecological intensification is the process by which ecological functionalities can be intensified to obtain higher biomass production from agroecosystems, environmentally friendly, and in a way that has to be compatible with ecological viability principles. This statement defines an ecologically intensive agriculture. Ecological intensification is a very creative domain for new technologies but theoretical bases are still lacking. This paper enumerates some available theoretical elements. It appears that the management of ecologically intensive agroecoystems needs new transdisciplinary approaches. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]