October 2, 2024 Why farmers still resist sustainable innovations despite clear benefits Why farmers resist sustainable innovations, despite their clear environmental and economic benefits. Psychological, financial, and social barriers involved Blog 0 4 min read
September 26, 2024 World Environmental Health Day: The Vital Role of Soil Health World Environmental Health Day highlights soil health’s crucial role in food security, biodiversity, and climate resilience. Blog 0 3 min read
September 19, 2024 The Soil Footprint: A new indicator to measure the impact of agriculture on soil erosion Discover how the Soil Footprint measures the true impact of crops on soil erosion and sustainability. Blog 0 5 min read
September 4, 2024 Soil degradation in Europe: An urgent issue The Soil Monitoring Law is a crucial EU initiative aimed at combating the alarming degradation of European soils, which affects up to 70% of the region’s land. Blog 0 3 min read
August 28, 2024 Farmers’ perceptions of soil: challenges and opportunities for sustainable agriculture Farmers’ views on soil are crucial for sustainability. Improving soil health requires education, sustainable practices, and supportive policies. Blog 0 4 min read
May 15, 2024 Mixed policies to reduce soil erosion and land abandonment in marginal areas: A case study from the Liguria region, Italy he study “Mixed policies to reduce soil erosion and land abandonment in marginal areas: A case study from the Liguria region, Italy” by Daniele Vergamini, Matteo Olivieri, Maria Andreoli, and Fabio Bartolini examines the impact of integrated Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) measures on reducing soil erosion and land abandonment in Liguria, Italy. Using a bio-economic model, the research shows that combining eco-schemes and agri-environmental measures can significantly mitigate these environmental issues and promote sustainable agricultural practices. Blog 0 1 min read