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“Network to innovate: Regenerative Agriculture” & SoildiverAgro

8 March, 2024

We are more than pleased to announce the spreading of SoildiverAgro message through different networks and events in Europe. This time again, Roosi Soosaar from NGO Soil Innovation Cluster has been participating in the workshop of “Regenerative Agriculture” organised by National Rural Networks of Estonia, Finland, Latvia, and Poland in December 12, 2023. During this workshop, different projects had the chance to present their objectives and main activities developed under their umbrella and interact with each other, creating an open…

SoildiverAgro presentation at the Finnish Agricultural Science Days

17 January, 2024

Last week we celebrated Maataloustieteenpäivät (The Finnish Agricultural Science Days)! Between the 10th and 11th of January, our partner Luke participated in a national scientific meeting that brought together over 600 participants, including researchers, teachers, students, entrepreneurs and experts from different sectors of agronomy in Finland, to hear about the latest scientific research results and projects. In one of the sessions on a multidisciplinary approach to farmland diversity, Senior Scientist and Boreal Regional Coordinator Krista Peltoniemi, Research Scientist Annika Tienhaara…

ESA Symposium on earth observation for soil protection and restoration

21 November, 2023

In the context of the EU soil strategy for 2030, ESA is committed to monitor and service the soil restauration requirements with the Earth observation means and technologies set in place, particularly through Copernicus. The ESA Symposium on Earth observation for soil protection and restoration will take place in Frascati, near Rome, on the 6th and 7th of March 2024. We would like to count with your expertise and contributions to the key discussion topics: EU Soil policy and Earth Observation: institutional implementation, research, industry,…

Workshop for farmers in Estonia: How intercrops will influence soil biodiversity?

14 November, 2023

The SoildiverAgro project is holding a workshop for farmers on November 16, 2023 from 10:00 to 15:00 in Rannu Seed, Estonia. The project’s soil specialist, Annely Kuu, will give a talk on “How intercropping will influence soil biodiversity”. The workshop will explain how to improve soil fertility and preserve soil biodiversity. The event will be organized by Eesti Maaülikool and Rannu Seeme OÜ; and a prior registration is required. Check the agenda and access the registration through this link: Improving…

European Mission Soil Week

10 November, 2023

The European Mission Soil Week will take place in Madrid, Spain on 21-23 November 2023. It will give visibility to the importance of soil protection, restoration and monitoring, and discuss solutions towards more sustainable land management. Under the title ‘Leading the transition towards healthy soils’, the European Mission Soil week will be held on 21-23 November 2023. The event will be held in Madrid, Spain. The first European Mission Soil Fair, the EU Soil Observatory Stakeholders’ Forum, and the PREPSOIL project are joining forces to organise…

Regional Meeting of SoildiverAgro in Murcia

17 October, 2023

The SoildiverAgro project is excited to share the vibrant moments from the recent regional meeting that unfolded on October 9th, 2023, in Murcia, Spain. The meeting was organized by our esteemed partners from the Young Farmers Agrarian Association (ASAJA) Region of Murcia, and coordinated by the Technical University of Cartagena. A Gathering of Minds: The event brought together passionate individuals from the SoildiverAgro family, representing diverse backgrounds and expertise. Our shared commitment to sustainable agriculture was palpable in every conversation.…

SoildiverAgro heading for USA

17 October, 2023

Our partner UPCT is going to represent SoildiverAgro at the ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting in Saint Louis, USA, from October 29th to November 1st. Raul Zornoza will be presenting two groundbreaking papers: Oral Presentation. “Soil and Climatic Characteristics Along with Farming System Are Shaping Bacterial and Fungal Communities in European Cereal Fields.” Session date/time: October 30, 2023, from 7:55 AM to 12:00 PM. Be there to witness Raul’s insights into how soil and climate, combined with farming systems,…

Exciting News: SoildiverAgro Featured in article on the Future of Agriculture

5 October, 2023

SoildiverAgro has made a significant appearance in a recent opinion essay, shedding light on the future of agriculture. The article, published by La Región newspaper, explores the critical challenges posed by global population growth and the increasing demand for food. Key highlights from the article remark: Firstly, with the world’s population expected to reach 9.6 billion by 2050, there will be immense pressure on our food production systems. Secondly, the need to produce 70% more food on only 5% more…

Tillage Workshop in Finland

22 September, 2023

We are delighted to share the exciting highlights from the regional demonstration workshop held at Tyynelä Farm in Joutseno, Finland, on Wednesday, September 13th, 2023. Organized by SoildiverAgro partners Tyynelä Farm and Luke, the workshop delved into the vital topic of tillage practices and their impact on soil structure and earthworm populations in boreal environments. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those who joined us for this informative and productive event. Minimum vs inversion tillage in wheat fields: Unveiling…