World Soil Day, observed annually on December 5, highlights the critical role of soil in sustaining life and ensuring food security. Despite its importance, soil faces significant challenges from degradation, unsustainable practices, and human activities.

Participatory approaches, involving farmers, scientists, and stakeholders, offer a promising way forward. By adopting region-specific solutions, we can restore degraded lands, improve yields, and build resilience against climate change. Successful initiatives, like those in Madhya Pradesh, India, demonstrate how collaboration can boost productivity and sustainability.

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Global Forum on Agricultural Research and Innovation (GFAiR) is announcing an upcoming webinar titled: “Economic Performance and Climate Change Mitigation Potential of Agroecology: Evidence and Knowledge Gaps.”

Date: December 12th, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM CET
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Live stream: on the GFAiR You Tube page

Key Speakers

• Maria Luisa Paracchini (European Commission, Joint Research Centre, Directorate D – Sustainable Resources)
• Felix Rembold
• Carlo Rega
• Caroline Callenius

What to Expect
Maria Luisa Paracchini will present findings from systematic reviews on the impact of agroecology on food security, socioeconomic performance, and food system sustainability. Additionally, she will highlight ongoing reviews on climate change mitigation and adaptation, identify open research questions, and emphasize the need for more quantitative data.

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