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Our soil is dying. But you have the power to change that! Lend your voice to the #SaveSoil movement by writing to your leaders about your concern for Soil. Write now, right now: savesoil.org/write #UNCCDCOP15 #ConsciousPlanet @SadhguruJV

When food is lost or wasted, the resources used to produce it go to waste too. For #FLWDay, @FAO Champion @BorgheseAle takes us into the forest to explore the foods it provides and why we should make the most of every ingredient. #StopFoodLossWaste

Grassland carbon storage is shaped by a complex web of life. A study in Global Change Biology found that livestock do not fully substitute the ecological role of native herbivores in supporting soil carbon stock. The difference is linked partly to changes in microbial decomposers, which influence how carbon is processed and retained. This points to an important lesson: soil carbon is not only about plants. It is also shaped by animals, microbes, and the way land is managed. Action Now: savesoil.org Citation: Roy, S., Naidu, D., & Bagchi, S. (2023). Functional substitutability of native herbivores by livestock for soil carbon stock is mediated by microbial decomposers. Global Change Biology, 29, 2141-2155. doi.org/10.1111/gcb.16600

Many cities are beginning to rethink the ground beneath them. Depaving removes asphalt and concrete so that soil can absorb rainwater, support vegetation, reduce heat, and help restore biodiversity in urban spaces. From Genoa to Paris, Copenhagen, New York, and São Paulo, cities are finding ways to replace sealed surfaces with green infrastructure. This is not just beautification. It is a practical response to flooding, heat, and the long-term need for more resilient cities. Action Now: savesoil.org Source: Re Soil Foundation, “From Genoa to New York: why depaving is reshaping the future of the cities,” 5 June 2026.

An EU-funded project in Sardinia compared conventional plowing, reduced tillage, and sowing directly into undisturbed soil. The result? Less-disturbed methods matched conventional yields while supporting greater soil carbon, healthier microbial life, and savings in labour and fuel. Healthy soil is good for both the planet and the farmers.🌍🌾 Citation: Afshar, M.H., Hassani, A., Borrelli, P. et al. Soil degradation in Europe is projected to accelerate under changing land use and climate. Commun. Sustain. 1, 56 (2026). doi.org/10.1038/s44458-026-0…

A whole grazing world exists beneath the ground. Soil animals such as nematodes, mites, springtails, earthworms, and millipedes feed, move, and reshape the underground environment. They interact with bacteria and fungal networks, redistribute organic matter, create pores, and influence how carbon moves through the soil food web. Researchers are now studying how these overlooked organisms affect long-term carbon storage. The more we understand life beneath the surface, the better we can understand soil health. Action Now: savesoil.org Source: Open Access Government, “The hidden grazers beneath our feet and soil carbon storage.”

85% of Indian farmers own less than 2 hectares of land. The result? Weak market power, losses, and debt traps. The only way forward? FPOs — farmer collectives with enhanced market power. For the fourth consecutive year, Isha Outreach-supported FPOs have been awarded the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) FPO Excellence Awards in New Delhi. Three FPOs, which competed against hundreds of FPOs across the nation, were awarded in market linkage (Thencherimalai FPO and Senniandavar FPO) and technology (Ponnad FPO). Ponnad FPO – All India Winner, Technology & Sustainability Senniandavar FPO – Market Linkage Thencherimalai FPO – All India Winner, Market Linkage Isha Outreach, which supports more than 17,000 farmers across two states, has enabled these Farmer Producer Organizations to achieve a cumulative business turnover of INR 400 crore.

🌱 Introducing Regenerative Revolution | Issue 1 This World Food Day, 16 October, Save Soil presents Regenerative Revolution — an interactive digital publication highlighting the people and practices contributing to the advancement of regenerative agriculture. ✨ In recognition of the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026, Issue 1 highlights the role of women farmers in advancing regenerative agriculture and strengthening food systems through their knowledge, leadership, and practices. 📖 Explore the first edition and subscribe to receive every issue. Discover the new edition. savesoil.org/rr-issue-1

When you see a bee, what do you think of? 🐝🐝 Sting? Insect? Buzzing? Honey? But do you think of food? Here are 6⃣ reasons to BEE grateful for our bees & pollinators and tips on how you can show it. #COP17Armenia fao.org/newsroom/story/Bee-i…

Water scarcity is not only a climate issue. It is also a land-use issue. A Nature Water study found that changing crop combinations in major U.S. river basins could reduce irrigation water demand while still considering farm income. In water-stressed areas, shifting away from highly water-intensive crops and using fallowing in suitable contexts may offer significant savings. Smarter crop choices can help protect freshwater systems and make agriculture more resilient. Action Now: savesoil.org Citation: Richter, B., Ao, Y., Lamsal, G., et al. (2023). Alleviating water scarcity by optimizing crop mixes. Nature Water, 1, 1035-1047. doi.org/10.1038/s44221-023-0…

Congratulations to our Farmer Producer Organizations Thencharimalai, Senniandavar and Ponnad, adjudged among the best at the Confederation of Indian Industry FPO Excellence Awards. Your outstanding performance and this recognition by Indian Industry are most significant in encouraging the formation of more FPOs across Bharat. To enrich our Soil, ensure water security & to significantly enhance farmer economy, this is the way forward. Bharat’s progress & prosperity is directly linked to the progress & prosperity of our farming community. Best wishes & Blessings to the FPO teams and Isha volunteers involved in this success. -Sg

Mindo harlequin toad, once feared extinct, found alive by Khamai Foundation’s conservation team in Ecuador The rare amphibian was feared extinct after disappearing from view for decades. Its rediscovery has renewed hope for the survival of this endangered species

What do 1.4 billion hectares look like? Nearly 2 billion football fields. That's the total area used to grow food that's never eaten! Each one of us must act now to cut #FoodLoss and #FoodWaste. #FLWDay #COFO28

Soil biodiversity is not only important for ecosystems. It can also open doors for science. Researchers studying soil-dwelling myxobacteria identified new taxonomic diversity and five new classes of bioactive compounds. Some of these compounds showed antifungal, antiviral, or antibacterial activity. The finding highlights why microbial diversity matters. The living world beneath the surface may hold compounds and functions that are still unknown. Action Now: savesoil.org Citation: Agrawal, A., Garcia, R., Chen, G., et al. (2026). Unveiling the Taxonomic Diversity and Unprecedented Biosynthetic Treasure of the Phylum Myxococcota. Advanced Science, e76919. doi.org/10.1002/advs.76919

Tropical forests cannot be understood with one global rule. A large satellite-based study found that forests across the Amazon, Africa, and Southeast Asia respond differently to heat, drought, soil conditions, and terrain. Even when climate shifts appear similar, carbon storage can change differently from one region to another. This matters for climate models and forest protection. Accurate carbon predictions need local data, regional expertise, and long-term monitoring. Action Now: savesoil.org Citation: Nunes, M., Muller-Landau, H., Görgens, E., et al. (2026). Heterogeneous climatic controls on tropical-forest biomass. Nature. doi.org/10.1038/s41586-026-1…