Soilcrates

SOILCRATES-Ireland Governance Model Co-Creation Session
2026-05-18 15:30 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris)
Join us in Limerick for the SOILCRATES-Ireland Governance Model Co-Creation Session, facilitated by Technological University of the Shannon.
This collaborative event will bring together farmers, researchers, community representatives, policymakers, and local stakeholders to co-create the future governance model of the SOILCRATES EU Living Lab.
The session offers an opportunity to share ideas, perspectives, and local knowledge that will help ensure the SOILCRATES initiative reflects the needs and priorities of communities working towards sustainable soil management and resilient rural futures.
Your voice and perspective matter. 🌱
Event Details
Date: 18 May 2026Time: 3:30 PMLocation: LSAD TUS George’s Quay
Who Should Attend?

Farmers and land managers
Researchers and academics
Community organisations
Environmental stakeholders
Policymakers and regional development actors
Anyone interested in sustainable soil and rural innovation

Register
To learn more and register for the event, please visit: www.ballyhouradevelopment.com/Event/soilcrates-governance-model-co-creation-session

SPNA Soil Management for Water Quality knowledge meeting
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:30 (Europe/Paris)
Invitation to the SPNA Soil Management for Water Quality knowledge meeting
On Wednesday 13 May, from 19.00-21.30 hrs, we will organise the next SOILCRATES EU Living Lab meeting on the role of soil management for water quality, for healthy surface and groundwater. This meeting will take place at SPNA agroresearch Ebelsheerd, Hoofdweg 26, Nieuw Beerta.
The substantive theme will be explored in depth by Peter van der Maas, lecturer in Sustainable Water Systems at Van Hall Larenstein (Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences ), there will be room for questions and in-depth discussion. Afterwards, we will talk further with Erica Mosch, researcher Water & CoPSEL (VHL), about what binds us in this Living Lab, what goals would you like to achieve with this Living Lab and what do we share as a group? And what will be our message to the outside world (including governments, chain parties and Northerners)?
Finally, the Living Lab is intended as a learning platform, by sharing mutual experiences, but also by using practical pilot trials. The pilot experiments have now been started for this purpose, and we want to continue with this. We are in talks with various parties to get follow-up funding for new pilot initiatives. If you have ideas or wishes to improve soil health on your farm or in your environment, bring them to the table here so that we can take them on board and help you achieve them. If you have done experiments that you want to share, you are also welcome to tell your story, no matter how big or small.
You can register via the following link:
https://lnkd.in/eT63kxEZ

Conference in the Provincial Council on the organization of Granada Tierra Viva
2026-05-12 10:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Paris)
After months of intensive work, the living lab of Granada Tierra Viva SOILCRATES EU enters a new key phase.
The Provincial Council of Granada and the University of Granada call on the Living Lab community to a day of collective work to continue consolidating this innovation ecosystem focused on improving soils, sustainable agriculture, responsible production and marketing and the revitalization of the territory.
🗓 May 12
🕙 10:00–13:00
📍 Assembly Hall, CIE Building, Diputación de Granada
During the session, the current status of the Living Lab will be shared, its organizational mechanisms will be discussed, challenges, needs and opportunities will be identified, and participatory work will be done on the construction of a collective roadmap.
For more information: https://lnkd.in/eUNXxSf6

SOIL-VITIS: first demonstration day on regenerative viticulture at the Living Lab Granada Tierra Viva
2026-05-06
Granada Tierra Viva invites you to participate in the demonstration day “SOIL-VITIS: Innovation in Regenerative Viticulture” , which will take place on May 6th, from 10:00 to 12:30 , at the Finca Señorío de Nevada, Granada .
This activity constitutes the first demonstration visit of a pilot project selected within the Living Lab Granada Tierra Viva , within the framework of the European project SOILCRATES , an initiative funded by the European Union aimed at promoting innovative practices for improving soil health and the transition towards more sustainable agricultural models.
The day will take place entirely in the field and will focus on the SOIL-VITIS pilot project , which addresses the application of regenerative solutions in vineyards through three main lines of work: the management of pruning waste and plant covers , the use of microbial inoculants and erosion control .
The project proposes a sustainable soil management model for Mediterranean vineyards based on the integration of cover crops, the use of pruning waste, and the inoculation of rhizosphere microorganisms. This strategy addresses the need to reduce the impact of traditional practices, which are responsible for the loss of organic matter and biodiversity, soil compaction, and increased greenhouse gas emissions.
During the visit, attendees will be able to learn firsthand about different practices applied to the sustainable management of the vineyard, including the chopping of pruning remains with specific machinery, the comparison between plant covers and tillage, the functioning of microbial inoculants in the soil and different strategies to reduce runoff, improve infiltration and promote the retention of soil and nutrients.
This activity is aimed at farmers, technicians, researchers, organizations in the agri-food sector, and the general public interested in agricultural sustainability, regenerative viticulture, and improving soil health. There is no limit to the number of participants , but prior registration is required to facilitate the organization of the event.
Date: May 6th
Time: 10:00–12:30 h
Location: Finca Señorío de Nevada, Granada
Format: Field demonstration day
Capacity: Unlimited
Register here
For more information, you can contact us by phone at 958 777 092 or by email at granadatierraviva@ugr.es
Full program of the day

10:00 h | Reception
Welcome and brief introduction of the project.
10:30 a.m. | Management of pruning waste and plant cover
. Speaker: Chema Concustell Niño, Bodegas Señorío de Nevada.
Contents:

Field demonstration: chopping pruning debris with the acquired machinery.
Plant cover versus tillage: impact on the physical-chemical and microbiological conditions of the soil.
Plant covers: comparison between sown and spontaneous covers, pros and cons.
Species of spontaneous plant cover as bioindicators of soil conditions.

11:00 h | Microbial inoculants
Speaker: Mario Paniagua López, Zaidín Experimental Station-CSIC.
Contents:

How inoculants work in the soil.
Conditions necessary for its effectiveness.
Practical application in vineyards.

11:30 a.m. | Erosion control strategies
Speaker: Ana Romero Freire, University of Granada, Department of Soil Chemistry.
Contents:

Keys to erosion control: how plant cover and pruning debris reduce runoff, improve infiltration and promote soil and nutrient retention.
Bare soil versus covered soil: differences in physical-chemical properties, structural stability, water retention and fertilizers.
Micro-erosion test using simulated rainfall: demonstration in a microcosm with soil samples from the test—bare, covered, and with pruning debris—applying acidified water to visualize runoff, soil loss, turbidity, and changes in leachate pH. The demonstration will allow observation of how the covers help retain nutrients and prevent their loss through runoff and infiltration.

12:00 pm | Debate and questions
12:30 pm | End of the day

Workshop : building skills for a new Irish agri-food sector
2026-02-25 09:00 - 14:00 (Europe/Paris)
TUS Thurles Campus is hosting a key stakeholder workshop with the Circular Bioeconomy Education Centre (CBEC) and the BioScaleUp project to address real skills challenges facing primary producers from these sectors. The workshop is planned as a co-creation exercise to identify skills and solutions that will enable primary producers to maximise economic value from bioresources now and in the future.
The aim is to co-create pilot education programmes with stakeholders that focuses on practical skills training and solutions that turn biological resources into real opportunities.
Who should attend?
• Farmers from all sectors (beef, dairy, sheep, pig, poultry, fisheries, tillage)
• Foresters and other primary producers
• Processors and SMEs,
• Farm advisors,
• Researchers, and other stakeholders
📍 Conference Centre, TUS Thurles Campus, Co. Tipperary
🗓 25 February 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (coffee & lunch included).
What you’ll get
✔ Practical tools to understand and utilise on-farm bio-resources
✔ Water, soil and veterinary health testing kits
✔ One-to-one transferable consultation vouchers with TUS experts
✔ Real examples, useful resources and meaningful connections
Places are limited. Please click here to register https://lnkd.in/dbnvz4Mh
CBEC is funded by DAFM to develop a national roadmap for bioeconomy education. BioScaleUP project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the EU Just Transition Fund Programme 2021-2027. CBEC and BioScale Up Projects are dedicated to developing skills in Irish Agri-food sectors with the aim of driving the adoption of innovative circular bio-based products, projects, policies, and programmes.

Proposal Preparation Workshop in Limerick, Ireland
2026-01-13
A Proposal Preparation Workshop will take place at Deebert House Hotel, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick on the 13th of January at 8:00 pm.
Join us for hands-on workshop supporting applicants to the SOILCRATES grant call. This session will guide you through the application and budget forms, clarify terms and conditions, and help address any questions before submission.
Need Support? Applicants can book a 20-minute one-on-one meeting from 7:00 pm before the workshop. Book a session here.
Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, January 13th 2025

Time: 8:00 PM

Location: Deebert House Hotel, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick, V35 KV62

More info here.

Shaping the Future of Soil Health Living Labs and Lighthouses in Europe
2025-12-03 13:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris) | Committee of the Regions, Room VMA 21 (2nd floor), Rue Van Maerlant 2, Brussels, 1040, Belgium
On the eve of World Soil Day, SOILL-Startup will host a policy-focused conference designed to bridge EU-level ambitions with real-life insights from the first and second waves of Mission Soil Living Labs. The event will explore data needs, enabling policy frameworks, practical challenges, early impacts, and the pathways needed to secure long-term sustainability—turning experiences from the field into actionable recommendations for EU and national strategies under the Mission A Soil Deal for Europe.
This high-level gathering will bring together leading Mission Soil stakeholders to discuss how Soil Health Living Labs and Lighthouses can accelerate ecosystem restoration and soil health improvements across Europe.
Panel: The Voice from the Ground: One Year into the Mission Soil Living Labs
We are proud to announce that Lena Madden, Senior Research Fellow at the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) – Midwest and Manager & Scientific Lead of the SOILCRATES Ireland Living Lab,will represent our project on this key panel.
During this session, representatives from the first wave of Mission Soil Living Labs will share early insights from implementation what is working, where challenges remain, and the lessons shaping the next phases of the Mission.
Speakers include:

Ioannis Varvaris – Deputy Research Coordinator, Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence; LL Manager, Nemesis LL (Cyprus)

Józef Chojnicki – Professor, Grójec Living Lab – LivingSoiLL project

Lena Madden – Senior Research Fellow, TUS; Manager & Scientific Lead, SOILCRATES Ireland Living Lab

Mladen Almaliev – Professor, Agricultural University – Plovdiv; Ambassador, Bulgarian Viticultural Soil Health LL

Vasileios Takavakoglou – Senior Researcher, Soil & Water Resources Institute “DIMITRA”; Ambassador, AEGEAN Living Lab

Moderated by:

Saskia Visser – Member of the Management Team, Climate KIC; WP Leader, SOILL

Join for a networking lunch at 13:00 CET and contribute to the conversation. The event is livestreamed for those who cannot attend in person. Deadline for in-person participation: Wednesday, 26 November 2025 at 18:00 CET.

Webinar: Soil-Based Business Models
2025-10-23 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/Paris)
We are pleased to share the upcoming webinar hosted by BIOservicES and InBestSoil via the SoilCommunity Platform, exploring how innovative business models can support the EU Soil Mission and advance the transition toward sustainable soil management.

About the Event
This webinar will explore how innovative business models can contribute to the EU Soil Mission and support the transition to sustainable soil management. The session will bring together perspectives from research, policy, and Living Labs to discuss how soil-related business models are defined, what drives or hinders their implementation, and how they can be scaled in practice.
Speakers from the Joint Research Centre (European Commission) / EU Soil Observatory, InBestSoil, NovaSoil, ISLANDR, and SOILL/ENoLL projects will share insights from their work; touching on European policy frameworks, methodological approaches, ethical and institutional enablers, and practical experiences from Living Labs and soil restoration initiatives.
The presentations will be followed by a moderated discussion and audience Q&A, creating space to reflect on definitions, methodologies, and real-world examples of soil-based business models, and to identify opportunities for collaboration and next steps.
The webinar will feature contributions from leading experts, including:

Dr. Panos Panagos – Joint Research Centre / EU Soil Observatory (EUSO)
Dr. Liza Wood – University of Exeter / InBestSoil
Dr. Fabio Bartolini – University of Ferrara / NovaSoil
Dr. Paul Drenning – Chalmers University of Technology / ISLANDR
Giulia Campodonico – ENoLL / SOILL

What to Expect

In-depth discussions on European policy frameworks for sustainable soil management
Practical insights from Living Labs and real-world soil restoration projects
Exploration of ethical, institutional, and methodological enablers of soil-based business models
A moderated discussion and live Q&A to exchange ideas and identify opportunities for collaboration

This webinar is a valuable opportunity for professionals, researchers, and stakeholders to learn from experts and discover actionable approaches to building a sustainable soil economy.

Register here: https://soilcommunity.app/event-69

SOILCRATES General Assembly 2025 in Granada, Spain
2025-10-15 - 2025-10-17 | Granada, Spain
The SOILCRATES General Assembly 2025 will take place from 15 to 17 October in Granada, Spain, hosted by the University of Granada (UGR). Bringing together all consortium partners, this annual meeting marks a pivotal moment to review the project’s achievements, address upcoming challenges, and align on strategies to advance soil health research and innovation across Europe.
Over three days, participants will engage in a comprehensive agenda combining project updates, workshops, and field visits. The opening session will feature a warm welcome from UGR and the project coordinator, Fondazione Ricerca Le Scienze (FRL), followed by updates from each work package — including communication (WP6), ethics (WP8), Living Labs (WP1), and data management (WP7).
Day two will focus on hands-on learning and cross-disciplinary exchange. Attendees will explore the Omed Venchipa facilities for a guided tour and field sampling demonstration, followed by a visit to the Particle Accelerator in Escúzar. The afternoon sessions will include collaborative workshops on synergies between Living Labs, conceptual frameworks for soil health assessment, and methodological alignment across WPs.
The final day will centre on future-oriented discussions, with a workshop on the exploitation of results, a data management platform session, and a brainstorming exercise dedicated to the upcoming European Soil Health Festival. The Assembly will close with feedback from advisors, concluding reflections from the coordination team, and an informal networking lunch.
Beyond its scientific value, the SOILCRATES General Assembly fosters a sense of shared purpose — connecting researchers, institutions, and innovators who are shaping the future of soil health. It is an opportunity to celebrate collaboration, reaffirm commitments, and co-create the next steps toward achieving the goals of the EU Mission: A Soil Deal for Europe.
Follow SOILCRATES on LinkedIn and Instagram for highlights, insights, and photos from the event.

SOILCRATES Ireland Webinar
2025-09-02 19:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London)
The SOILCRATES Ireland Living Lab will host an online information session on September 2nd at 7:30 PM to introduce its upcoming Call for Grants.
The webinar is designed to support Living Lab members who are interested in trialling soil health management practices on farms in Clare, Limerick, and Tipperary.
The session will include:

An overview of the application process

Details on terms, conditions, and timelines

Information on the proposal assessment process

A walkthrough of the application and budget forms

Questions raised during the webinar will be addressed on the SOILCRATES ireland Living Lab website following the event.
Register here

SOILCRATES Living Lab Meeting-Ireland
2025-06-26 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/Paris) | Deebert House Hotel, Kilmallock, V35 KV62, Deebert House Hotel,, Kilmallock,, V35 KV62
Are you a farmer, landowner, or agribusiness stakeholder in the Ballyhoura area interested in improving soil quality?

Join us to participate at the SOILCRATES Living Lab co-creation session and learn how the Living Lab can address soil health issues, such as nitrogen overuse and poor drainage, by introducing innovative practices like biochar application, intercropping with nitrogen-fixing plants, and by raising awareness of the importance of good soil quality through community-oriented events.
The SOILCRATES Ireland Living Lab, covering Counties Limerick, Clare, and Tipperary, is part of the EU-funded SOILCRATES project. The project focuses on addressing Ireland’s agricultural and environmental challenges by promoting sustainable soil management, biodiversity restoration, and the integration of circular agriculture practices.

What to Expect:

Co-Creation Session: Learn how the Living Lab can address soil health issues, such as nitrogen overuse and poor drainage, by introducing innovative practices like biochar application, intercropping with nitrogen-fixing plants, and of course by raising general awareness of the importance of good soil quality through community-oriented events.

Knowledge Exchange: The Living Lab serves as a hub for knowledge exchange across multiple counties, fostering a collaborative network of stakeholders to promote resilient agricultural systems in the Mid-West region through real-world trials and experimentation.

Funding Opportunities: The project will also be providing financial support to a number of trials and pilot initiatives focused on soil enhancement projects.

When & Where?

Date: Thursday, 26th June 2025
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Deebert House Hotel, Kilmallock, V35 KV62

To register, please fill out the form here
For more information, please contact Rhiannon Laubach at 087-1940608 or via email at rlaubach@ballyhoura.org.

SOILCRATES Co-Creation session
2025-06-17 09:30 - 11:30 (Europe/Paris) | Lycée agricole Hector Serres, Oeyreluy (40), 2915 Rte des Barthe, Oeyreluy, 40180, France
Are you a farmer, landowner, or agricultural stakeholder in the Landes region interested in improving soil health?
Join us for the SOILCRATES Living Lab co-creation session and take part in an in-person exchange focused on innovative practices to improve soil quality and foster sustainable agriculture in the Landes.
The event is organised by a scientific team from the CNAM (Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers) in collaboration with local partners, including AGROBIO40. It will feature a collective workshop on innovative farming techniques to enhance soil health, and a dedicated segment on funding opportunities available under the SOILCRATES call for projects.
What to Expect:
Co-Creation Session: Explore local agricultural challenges and co-develop solutions that promote sustainable soil management, focusing on concrete, field-tested methods to regenerate and maintain healthy soils in the region.
Knowledge Exchange: Meet researchers, farming professionals, and institutional partners to exchange insights and best practices aimed at strengthening local soil resilience and agricultural productivity.
Funding Opportunities: A dedicated presentation will outline how participants can receive financial support for piloting or scaling up their practices through the SOILCRATES Living Lab funding call, with a €400,000 envelope allocated to the Living Lab in the Landes.
When & Where?Date: Tuesday, 17th June 2025Time: 09:30 AM – 11:30 AMLocation: Lycée agricole Hector Serres, 2915 Route des Barthes, 40180 Oeyreluy
To register, please complete the form here.
For more information, visit www.soilcrates.eu
The SOILCRATES Landes Living Lab is part of the wider EU-funded SOILCRATES project, which brings together agricultural actors and researchers across France, Spain, Ireland, and the Netherlands. The project aims to improve soil quality across Europe by validating innovative farming practices through real-life trials and promoting shared knowledge across the sector.

Clean and Healthy Soils involving Local and Regional Authorities
2025-06-12 11:00 - 14:30 (Europe/Paris)
As part of the Circular Summit Fryslân 2025, the SOILL Start-Up project, in collaboration with the Province of Friesland and SOILCRATES, invites local and regional public authorities to a focused hybrid session on the future of soil health in Europe.
This session is designed for local and regional authorities ready to take action on soil restoration and explore the opportunities offered by the EU Mission “A Soil Deal for Europe.” Learn how to access funding, connect with peers, and take your first steps toward launching a Soil Health Living Lab (SHLL) in your region.

11:00 – 11:15

Introduction to the EU Mission “A Soil Deal for Europe”

11:15 – 11:30

Overview of Funding Opportunities for SHLLs

11:30 – 12:00

Pitching Session: Regional Initiatives & SHLL Concepts

12:00 – 13:00

Networking Lunch

13:00 – 13:15

A quick look into Soil Monitoring Law and Implications for Local Authorities – Mirco Barbero/ DG ENV

13:15 – 14:00

Best Practices: Presentations by Local Authorities

Michele Giavini – CIC

Paula Mendes – LIPOR

Alvaro Leon Lopez- Comunidad de Madrid

Jildou de Raad- Province of Friesland

14:00 – 14:30

Round Table: Dialogue with Mission Soil SHLL Partners

Unlocking Science-Policy Synergies for Europe`s Green and Digital Future
2025-06-12 09:30 - 20:00 (Europe/Paris)
As part of Europe’s growing push to align scientific research with environmental policymaking, the University of Granada, together with the Erasmus+ ENGAGEgreen project, will coordinate a key panel discussion at the upcoming European conference “Unlocking Science-Policy Synergies for Europe’s Green and Digital Future.”
Within the framework of this event, UGR and ENGAGEgreen will coordinate the panel discussion titled:“Water and Earth: From Research to Public Policies for Environmental Protection.”
This session will focus on soil and water-related challenges, aiming to spark dialogue between scientists, policymakers, and community actors. The University of Granada is particularly interested in connecting this session with the ongoing work of the SOILCRATES project, which explores pathways for integrating scientific evidence into sustainable land and water governance.
Session Structure
The session will follow a dynamic and participatory format:

A general 30-minute discussion with around 40 participants, introducing key themes and challenges at the intersection of science and policy.
Two rotating roundtable dialogues, one centered on soil and the other on water, enabling focused interaction and collaborative idea-sharing across disciplines.

This interactive format is designed to strengthen the link between scientific research and public policy, with an interdisciplinary perspective and a strong focus on environmental protection. The session will also promote the exchange of best practices, insights from EU-funded projects, and emerging tools for policy innovation.

Registrer here : https://anmeldung.studiumdigitale.uni-frankfurt.de/allgemein/index.php?veranstaltung=egreen_cnf

5th EU Soil Observatory Forum - How healthy soils can increase EU competitiveness (12 June 2025 - Online)
2025-06-12 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris)
The online event on 12 June will focus on the topic “How can healthy soils increase EU competitiveness?”.

During this event, case studies from the private sector will show how healthy soils can promote competitiveness in terms of the three pillars:
a) closing the innovation gap;
b) decarbonisation and competitiveness;
c) reducing excessive dependencies.
The event will focus on business models that address the impact of healthy soils on boosting EU competitiveness. Interesting presentations will include business models related to carbon farming, remediation of contaminated sites, the banking sector, AgriTech, the food chain, biotechnology, the development of bio-fertilizers and bio-pesticides, and laboratories.
Agenda
Registre here

Enhancing Soil Health: Join the SOILCRATES Living Lab Meeting
2025-05-28 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/Paris)
Are you a farmer, landowner, or agribusiness stakeholder in the Ballyhoura area interested in improving soil quality?

The SOILCRATES Ireland Living Lab (Counties Limerick, Clare & Tipperary) is part of the EU-funded SOILCRATES project, focusing on addressing Ireland’s agricultural and environmental challenges by promoting sustainable soil management, biodiversity restoration, and the integration of circular agriculture practices.

Soil Health Now! 2025
2025-04-08 09:00 - 2025-04-10 17:00 (Europe/Paris)
The Soil Health Now! 2025 Conference is a 3-day international conference with keynotes, discussion forums, oral talks, workshops, and demonstrations + fieldwork: science, technology, and business intelligence for measuring monitoring, and increasing soil health The conference aims to catalyze cross-pollination between many Mission Soil projects and to speed up the production of operational tools for soil health diagnostics, jointly hosted by OpenGeoHub, Planet, Wageningen University and Investing in Regenerative Agriculture.
The specific topics of interest include: soil health indicators, pan-EU soil health assessment, in-situ measurement of soil health, soil organic carbon, soil-climate-agriculture, technology demonstrations, soil biology, Earth observation data for monitoring soil health, soil spectroscopy, eDNA, and similar. You can find more information about this event at https://2025.ai4soilhealth.eu/

Welcome to the Launch of Mission Soil Living Lab SOILCRATES-Ireland!
2025-03-28 10:15 - 13:00 (Europe/Paris)
Come join us for an exciting event where we dive deep into the world of soil and sustainability. The Soil Living Lab SOILCRATES-Ireland is here to revolutionize how we think about soil and its impact on our lives.
The SOILCRATES Ireland Living Lab, spread across Counties Clare, Limerick, and Tipperary, is dedicated to addressing Ireland’s unique agricultural and environmental challenges. This Living Lab is a central element in the SOILCRATES project, with a focus on sustainable soil management, biodiversity restoration, and the integration of circular agriculture practices. Leveraging the expertise of the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), this lab brings together local farmers, government bodies, advisory services, and community organizations to co-create solutions that are ecologically sustainable and economically viable.
The Living Lab’s main initiatives include addressing soil health issues, such as nitrogen overuse and poor drainage, and introducing innovative practices like biochar application, intercropping with nitrogen-fixing plants, and community-oriented events. The lab is structured to support knowledge exchange across multiple counties, fostering a collaborative network of stakeholders that promotes resilient agricultural systems in the Mid-West region.
Please register and come to the launch of our Living Lab!
Agenda
Time Activity
10:15 Registration/Coffee-Tea
11:00 Opening Comments
11:15 Overview of SOILCRATES project (Dr Lena Madden)
11:30 SOILCRATES Living Lab Structure (Dr Shane O’Sullivan)
11:45 Living Lab Formation Case Study: Bioregional Weaving Lab – SE Ireland
(Sarah Prosser & Keeley O’Brien)
12:15 Panel Discussion
12:45 Closing Remarks (Dr Lena Madden)
13:00 Networking/light lunch

Registrer here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/launch-of-mission-soil-living-lab-soilcrates-ireland-tickets-1270701164389?aff=oddtdtcreator

International Rural Economy Fair 2025
2025-03-27 10:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris)
SOILCRATES Granada Tierra Viva | Event Announcement
SOILCRATES Granada Tierra Viva, in alignment with its mission as a Living Lab for sustainable territorial intelligence, is pleased to support and disseminate the invitation extended by Impronta Granada—the institutional alliance between the Provincial Council of Granada and the University of Granada—to participate in the International Rural Economy Fair 2025.
This landmark event is a key milestone for the advancement of intelligent, inclusive, and sustainable rural development, and we strongly encourage the participation of all members of our academic, professional, and institutional community.

About the Fair
The International Rural Economy Fair will gather thought leaders, decision-makers, researchers, and enterprises committed to redefining the future of rural areas. The event offers a unique forum for the exchange of innovative practices and applied knowledge across critical domains, including:

Water resource management and adaptation

Renewable and decentralized energy systems

Artificial intelligence for rural applications

Territorial and spatial planning in rural contexts

Education and capacity-building in rural communities

A central feature of the fair will be the presentation of 10 strategic initiatives that are expected to play an important role in shaping the evolution of rural economies and ecosystems over the coming decade.

Forum Theme:
“Imagining the Rural Environment of the Future”
This edition of the fair is conceived as a visionary space—designed to facilitate collaborative dialogue, cross-sectoral innovation, and forward-thinking strategies. Through this lens, participants will be invited to explore new paradigms for rural life, governance, and sustainability in the 21st century.

A Call to the SOILCRATES Community
SOILCRATES Granada Tierra Viva invites:

Academic researchers and doctoral candidates focused on rural systems, governance, and innovation

Practitioners in territorial management, energy transition, and digital infrastructure

Local government officials and public policy actors

Stakeholders in agri-food systems, ecological transition, and rural social innovation

to attend and actively contribute to this high-impact forum. Your presence and insights are essential to fostering grounded, evidence-informed strategies for rural transformation.

More information here :https://fiderglobalforum.com/

SOILCRATES ​Kick-off ​ Noord Nederland​
2024-11-19 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris)

European Mission Soil Week 2024
2024-11-12 08:00 - 2024-11-13 17:00 (Europe/Paris) | Bluepoint Brussels, Boulevard A. Reyers 80, Brussels, 1030, Belgium
Leading the transition towards healthy soils

The  European Mission Soil Week  is an annual event aimed at promoting the Horizon Europe Mission ‘A Soil Deal for Europe’ (Mission Soil) raising awareness about the importance of soil health, and driving action to protect and restore our soils.

This year’s European Mission Soil Week, organised by the European Commission, Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development (DG AGRI) in the context of the Horizon Europe Mission ‘A Soil Deal for Europe’ (Mission Soil) together with the Joint Research Centre – EU Soil Observatory (EUSO) and with the support of the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (DG RTD) and the European Research Executive Agency (REA), will be held from 12 to 13 November 2024  in  Brussels, Belgium.

This second edition of the Mission Soil Week adds momentum to the ongoing efforts to improve soil health and provides the place to present and discuss how research and innovation (R&I) on soil health, and the Mission Soil in particular, contributes to:

Generate new knowledge
Harmonize soil monitoring
Co-design innovations and test solutions on the ground
Increase societal awareness and engagement
Support the green transition in more general terms

The event will allow participants to discover the first Mission Soil living labs, strengthen network collaboration and will provide the opportunity to see inspiring examples of sustainable soil management by offering field visits to agricultural, forestry, urban and remediation sites.
