𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡: 𝐒𝐢𝐱 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 Through a series of interviews we are exploring transformative changes and inclusive business models for soil health, gathering insights from researchers, practitioners, and innovators across Europe. Our goal? To understand the many ways soil creates value and how we can support those who care for it. 🌍 We are delighted to kick off the series with our coordinator Erik Mathijs, who introduces the SoilValues project and presents our first policy brief: Towards Inclusive Business Models for Soil Health: Six Perspectives on Values. The policy brief proposes a framework that builds on the Total Economic Value approach and identifies six complementary perspectives: 1️⃣ 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐭 – soil as productive capital, improving yields and reducing costs 2️⃣ 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 – soil as a provider of public goods such as carbon storage and water regulation 3️⃣ 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 – soil as insurance against environmental and economic shocks 4️⃣ 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 – protecting soil for future generations and societal well-being 5️⃣ 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 – recognizing soil’s inherent worth beyond human utility 6️⃣ 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 – soil health as a driver of inclusive governance, equity, and innovation ▶️ 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: lnkd.in/eXan4tTK Read the policy brief here: lnkd.in/ezstNJJ4 #soilvalues #soilhealth #euprojects #sustainability #businessmodels #MissionSoilWeek #agriculture

For generations, sugar beet has been a pillar of Polish agriculture. But the traditional model — where farmers grow it and sugar factories simply process it into sugar — is no longer enough. In Poland, we are rethinking how the sugar beet value chain can create value. Not only for production, but for soil, climate and society. 🎥 In this video, the SOILPROFIT business model shows how a circular and collaborative system can connect key actors across the value chain: farmers, sugar factories, certification bodies, research institutions, and biogas plants and distilleries working together to close resource loops and improve sustainability. Rather than focusing only on yield, the model links practices, incentives and outcomes: ✔ farmers adopt regenerative practices and benefit from healthier soils and new income streams; ✔ processors gain more sustainable and resilient supply chains; ✔ society benefits from improved soil health, water retention, lower emissions and increased biodiversity. This is what it means to move from a linear value chain to a shared value system for soil health. ▶️ Watch the video to discover how SOILPROFIT is helping make regenerative agriculture both viable and scalable: piped.video/MzuIl-3oNLM

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞? Transitioning to more sustainable farming practices requires long-term investment, but identifying reliable funding mechanisms remains a major challenge. Our Practice Abstract, "Pursuing Carbon Finance Through the Value Chain", presents SOILPROFIT, a business model developed and tested in the Polish Testing Ground to explore financing solutions for regenerative agriculture. The findings show that while CAP eco-schemes currently provide the most stable source of support, revenues from voluntary carbon markets are still insufficient to cover the costs of Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV). The Practice Abstract provides practical insights into how public and private financing mechanisms can work together to support Soil Health Business Models and accelerate the transition towards healthier soils. 📄 Read the full Practice Abstract here: lnkd.in/eAqJn7Yp 📚 Curious to learn more? Discover this Practice Abstract and explore our full collection of publications on the SoilValues website: soilvalues.eu/ #SoilValues #PracticeAbstracts #SoilHealth #CarbonFarming #CarbonFinance #RegenerativeAgriculture #BusinessModels #EUProjects

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟒𝟎𝟎 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐮𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 Consumers are not all motivated by the same values when buying directly from farmers. Understanding these differences can help farms build stronger relationships with their customers and develop more resilient business models. Our Practice Abstract, "Why Do Consumers Buy from Local Farmers?", presents the findings of a survey involving more than 400 consumers. The research identifies different consumer profiles, their motivations and levels of engagement with local food initiatives, providing valuable insights into how farmers can better tailor their communication and marketing strategies. The Practice Abstract offers practical recommendations for strengthening direct farmer-consumer relationships and supporting more sustainable Soil Health Business Models. 📄 Read the full Practice Abstract here: lnkd.in/esJvysu4 📚 Curious to learn more? Discover this Practice Abstract and explore our full collection of publications on the SoilValues website: soilvalues.eu/ #SoilValues #PracticeAbstracts #SoilHealth #LocalFood #Consumers #SustainableAgriculture #BusinessModels #EUProjects

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐬𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 Community farms demonstrate that building healthier soils is also about engaging people. Whether through volunteering, buying local products, crowdfunding or participating in farm events, citizens can play an active role in supporting more sustainable farming systems. Our Practice Abstract, "Citizen Participation on Farms", explores the different forms of citizen engagement and how they can strengthen both the economic resilience of farms and the connection between producers and local communities. It also highlights the opportunities and challenges of involving citizens in the transition towards healthier soils. The Practice Abstract provides practical insights into how stronger links between farmers and citizens can contribute to more resilient and sustainable Soil Health Business Models. 📄 Read the full Practice Abstract here: lnkd.in/etYSxXwW 📚 Curious to learn more? Discover this Practice Abstract and explore our full collection of publications on the SoilValues website: soilvalues.eu/ #SoilValues #PracticeAbstracts #SoilHealth #CitizenEngagement #CommunityFarming #SustainableAgriculture #BusinessModels #EUProjects

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐒𝐀 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬 In the Danish Community of Practice, farmers, municipalities, financial actors and policymakers come together to explore how community-based business models can support regenerative agriculture. Discussions combine practical farming decisions, such as crop rotations and soil management, with key economic questions around pricing, distribution and farm income. 🎥 In this video, members of the Community of Practice share how CSA models create value beyond price, by building trust, strengthening relationships between farmers and consumers, and connecting soil health with everyday farm economics. ▶️ Watch this video and discover more stories from across the SoilValues project on our YouTube channel: piped.video/IPH_9xaud24 🙏 A big thank you to Kasper Krabbe from Aarhus University and all partners involved in the Danish Community of Practice for making this video possible! #SoilValues #CommunityOfPractice #CSA #RegenerativeAgriculture #SoilHealth #BusinessModels #SustainableAgriculture #EUProjects #Denmark

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐨 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Addressing soil health challenges requires more than scientific expertise. It calls for researchers, farmers, policymakers and other stakeholders to work together, share knowledge and co-create solutions. Our Practice Abstract, "Role Transitions in Transdisciplinary Research", explores how the role of researchers evolves in collaborative projects. The findings highlight the importance of clear roles, open communication, trust and recognising the diverse contributions that make transdisciplinary research successful. The Practice Abstract provides practical insights into strengthening collaboration and fostering more effective partnerships to support innovation for healthier soils. 📄 Read the full Practice Abstract here: lnkd.in/e7pAkdH3 📚 Curious to learn more? Discover this Practice Abstract and explore our full collection of publications on the SoilValues website: SoilValues website #SoilValues #PracticeAbstracts #SoilHealth #TransdisciplinaryResearch #Collaboration #Innovation #EUProjects

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 What happens when farmers already experimenting with regenerative practices come together to share knowledge and grow a wider movement? In the Serbian Community of Practice, stakeholders build on an existing network of farmers, researchers and institutions working to support the transition from conventional to regenerative agriculture. By exchanging experiences and practical knowledge, they are helping to spread regenerative practices and strengthen the resilience of farming systems. 🎥 In this video, members of the Community of Practice share how the initiative supports farmers, promotes knowledge exchange and aims to expand regenerative agriculture across Serbia in the years to come. ▶️ Watch this video and discover more stories from across the SoilValues project on our YouTube channel: lnkd.in/eSdbE_PE 🙏 A big thank you to Maja Budimir and the team at the The Association of Balkan Eco-Innovation for making this video possible! #SoilValues #CommunityOfPractice #RegenerativeAgriculture #SoilHealth #KnowledgeExchange #SustainableAgriculture #EUProjects #Serbia

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐚𝐧'𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 Improving soil health takes time, and so does evaluating the success of Soil Health Business Models. Our Practice Abstract, "Feasibility of Success Monitoring in SHBMs", explores the challenges of assessing business models within the timeframe of a research project. The findings highlight that changes in soil health require long-term monitoring, while qualitative approaches are essential to understand collaboration, stakeholder dynamics and innovation across networks. The Practice Abstract provides practical insights into why monitoring should go beyond technical indicators and adopt a long-term perspective when evaluating Soil Health Business Models. 📄 Read the full Practice Abstract here: lnkd.in/euv2bugk 📚 Curious to learn more? Discover this Practice Abstract and explore our full collection of publications on the SoilValues website: soilvalues.eu/ #SoilValues #PracticeAbstracts #SoilHealth #BusinessModels #Innovation #Monitoring #SustainableAgriculture #EUProjects

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 On-farm composting can play an important role in improving soil health and reducing reliance on external inputs. But how much composting capacity does a farm actually need? Our latest Practice Abstract, "Setting Volume Limits for On-Farm Composting", explores how compost needs vary depending on farm size and type. Based on these findings, the study proposes practical volume thresholds that reflect the real needs of agricultural holdings while helping minimise environmental risks. The findings provide valuable guidance for developing more flexible, sustainable and farm-adapted composting practices, while supporting future regulatory frameworks. 📄 Read the full Practice Abstract here: lnkd.in/eCuY8Z7B 📚 Curious to learn more? Discover this Practice Abstract and explore our full collection of publications on the SoilValues website: soilvalues.eu/ #SoilValues #PracticeAbstracts #SoilHealth #Composting #SustainableAgriculture #CircularEconomy #EUProjects

🌱 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞: 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧 In the Polish Community of Practice, stakeholders from across the sugar beet value chain come together to discuss the sector's biggest challenges—from market volatility and climate change to the future of soil health—and exchange experiences that can help build a more resilient value chain. 🎥 In this video, members of the Community of Practice share why collaboration matters, what they have learned from working together, and why they believe these connections should continue well beyond the SoilValues project. ▶️ Watch this video and discover more stories from across the SoilValues project on our YouTube channel: piped.video/@SoilValues-bp1 #SoilValues #CommunityOfPractice #KnowledgeExchange #SugarBeet #SoilHealth #SustainableAgriculture #RegenerativeAgriculture #Innovation #EUProjects #Poland

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬. Regional farm composting is not only about recycling organic materials; it's about building collaboration between farmers, nature conservation organisations and other local stakeholders. Our latest Practice Abstract, "Organisational Structure for Regional Farm Composting", presents a framework that supports these partnerships through clear agreements on biomass quality, logistics, pricing, storage and long-term commitments. The findings show how effective collaboration can strengthen circular resource use, create shared value across territories and contribute to healthier soils. 📄 Read the full Practice Abstract here: lnkd.in/eKy3vxP7 📚 Curious to learn more? Discover this Practice Abstract and explore our full collection of publications on the SoilValues website: soilvalues.eu/ #SoilValues #PracticeAbstracts #SoilHealth #Composting #CircularEconomy #NatureBasedSolutions #SustainableAgriculture #EUProjects

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥? Adopting practices that improve soil health often requires significant upfront investment, while many of the benefits only become visible over time. This makes effective incentives essential for supporting the transition. Our latest Practice Abstract, "Incentives for SHBMs", explores the different types of incentives that can help Soil Health Business Models succeed. The research identifies three key categories: security, technical support, and financial support, showing that a combination of these incentives is needed to encourage the long-term adoption of sustainable soil management practices. The findings provide practical guidance for designing support schemes that help farmers adopt soil-friendly practices while strengthening the long-term viability of Soil Health Business Models. 📄 Read the full Practice Abstract here: lnkd.in/e5HNDmsa 📚 Curious to learn more? Discover this Practice Abstract and explore our full collection of publications on the SoilValues website: soilvalues.eu/ #SoilValues #PracticeAbstracts #SoilHealth #BusinessModels #Incentives #SustainableAgriculture #RegenerativeAgriculture #EUProjects

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 Every Thursday, we will share one of the practical insights developed through the SoilValues project, highlighting tools, recommendations, and real-world experiences that support the transition towards healthier soils. We start with a fundamental question: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐬𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐬? Our practice abstract: "Ecosystem Services for SHBMs", explores how more than 70 soil health initiatives integrate ecosystem services into their business models. While many initiatives already assess soil health through farming practices and soil indicators, there is still significant potential to better recognise and reward the wider benefits that healthy soils provide, from carbon sequestration and water regulation to biodiversity and climate resilience. These insights can help shape Soil Health Business Models that create value not only for farmers but for society as a whole. 📄 Read the full Practice Abstract here: lnkd.in/ecBSh-RS 📊 Curious to learn more? Explore this and our other publications on the SoilValues website: soilvalues.eu/ #SoilValues #PracticeAbstracts #SoilHealth #EcosystemServices #BusinessModels #RegenerativeAgriculture #EUProjects

🌱 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡? Testing Grounds are at the heart of the SoilValues approach, bringing together farmers and other local stakeholders to co-design, test and refine business models that put soil health first. Across Europe, six Testing Grounds are working in real-world conditions to identify local needs, analyse challenges, and develop innovative business models that create value for both people and the environment. By fostering collaboration and continuous learning, they help turn promising ideas into practical solutions that can support the transition towards healthier soils. Our latest infographic provides a simple overview of what Testing Grounds are, how they are established, and the role they play in developing and validating soil health business models. 📊 Curious to learn more? Explore this infographic and our other publications here: lnkd.in/eMQ8MkCk #SoilValues #SoilHealth #TestingGrounds #BusinessModels #Innovation #SustainableAgriculture #EUProjects

🤝 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 One of the core approaches of SoilValues is the establishment of Communities of Practice (CoPs), bringing together farmers, researchers, businesses, policymakers and other stakeholders to co-create business models that support healthier soils. Across 9 countries, SoilValues has established 12 Communities of Practice, creating spaces for knowledge exchange, collaboration and joint problem-solving. By working together, stakeholders can identify shared challenges, develop practical solutions and lay the foundations for long-term action beyond the lifetime of the project. Our latest infographic provides a simple overview of how Communities of Practice are established, from identifying common challenges and defining shared goals to developing action plans and generating lasting impact. 📊 Curious to learn more? Explore this infographic and our other publications here: lnkd.in/eMQ8MkCk #SoilValues #SoilHealth #CommunityOfPractice #Collaboration #Innovation #SustainableAgriculture #EUProjects

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞: 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚 In Navarra, the SoilValues Community of Practice (CoP) is bringing together farmers, researchers, public authorities, and other value chain actors to explore how carbon farming practices can be adopted and scaled to improve soil health. Working collaboratively, the CoP is identifying the main barriers to the uptake of these practices while developing practical solutions. Its work focuses on improving soil health knowledge and indicators, understanding available support schemes and carbon credit incentives, and assessing the real costs and benefits of carbon farming for farmers. 🎥 Want to learn more about the work being carried out by the Spanish CoP? Watch the full video on our YouTube channel: piped.video/sWDb4NjdEbs 🙏 A big thank you to all the partners at INTIA for producing this video and showcasing the work of the Spanish CoP. #SoilValues #CarbonFarming #SoilHealth #SustainableAgriculture #CommunityOfPractice #Innovation #Agriculture #EUProjects #Navarra #Spain

🌱 Yesterday, SoilValues took part in the first Mission Soil Investment Forum 2026 in Brussels, joining researchers, policymakers, investors and innovators to explore how new business models and investments can accelerate the transition towards healthy soils. We were proud to contribute to the program with three inspiring speakers: 🎤Dr. Kato Van Ruymbeke (KU Leuven) took part in the opening session, highlighting the importance of combining scientific knowledge on soil health with the social and relational dimensions that enable sustainable business models to succeed. 🎤 Prof. Erik Mathijs (KU Leuven) moderated the thematic session "From Field to Finance: Innovation, Philanthropy and Living Labs as Investment Enablers", exploring how collaboration across value chains can unlock investment opportunities for soil health. 🎤 Ennio Facq (ILVO) presented a SoilValues case study during the Pitch Session, showing how regional farm composting initiatives can generate societal value while supporting farmers and promoting collective action for healthier soils. The discussions throughout the day reinforced a shared message: investing in soil health means investing in resilient food systems, thriving communities and a more sustainable future. Thank you to the organizers of the Mission Soil Investment Forum for bringing together such an inspiring community. We look forward to continuing the conversation and turning ideas into action. #SoilValues #MissionSoil #SoilHealth #HealthySoils #EUProjects #RegenerativeAgriculture #Innovation #Investment #InvestmentForum2026

🌱 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 Tomorrow, SoilValues will take part in the Mission Soil Investment Forum, contributing to the opening interview, "The ground beneath capital: reframing soil and rewiring capital." Our project coordinator, Kato Van Ruymbeke (KU Leuven), together with Valentina Cristiana Materia (InBestSoil) will discuss how Mission Soil projects are generating the evidence, tools and approaches needed to position soil health as a strategic investment opportunity. The session will also explore how innovative business models and financing mechanisms can help mobilise public and private capital to support climate resilience, food security and Europe's long-term competitiveness. We look forward to contributing to this important conversation on unlocking investment for healthier soils across Europe. #SoilValues #MissionSoil #SoilHealth #HorizonEurope #EUProjects #InBestSoil

The Polish Testing Ground: Building the SOILPROFIT Business Model At our Polish Testing Ground, partners are working together to build a resilient and sustainable sugar beet value chain that supports both farmers and the environment. At the heart of the Testing Ground is the development of SOILPROFIT, an innovative business model designed to accelerate the transition to regenerative agriculture. By bringing together farmers and other members of the value chain, SOILPROFIT aims to secure a stable supply of sugar beet while protecting natural resources and promoting long-term environmental sustainability. The model explores practical ways to overcome barriers to adoption, including mechanisms that support and reward farmers for implementing regenerative practices. Through collaboration across the value chain, the Polish Testing Ground is generating insights and solutions that can help scale regenerative agriculture across Poland. 🎥 Want to learn more about the Soil Profit business model and the work being carried out at the Polish Testing Ground? Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel: piped.video/YXdcHRmthaE Special thanks to Adrianna Wojciechowska and the rest of the team at IRWIR PAN for producing this video and showcasing the work of the Polish Testing Ground. #SoilValues #SoilProfit #regenerativeagriculture #sustainablefarming #soilhealth #innovation #agriculture #euprojects

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 On 29 April 2026, our partner INTIA organised the 5th Spanish Community of Practice workshop, bringing together more than 60 participants from across the agricultural sector, including farmers, advisors, researchers, industry representatives, and public policy officials. The workshop focused on incentives for environmental practices and carbon farming, exploring the latest developments in European regulations, the role of carbon farming within the CAP, and different compensation mechanisms supporting the transition towards more sustainable agricultural systems. Key topics discussed included: 🌾 Climate objectives of the future CAP and related public funding 🌍 Cost-effectiveness of carbon farming practices 📑 European regulations and carbon credit programmes 🤝 Perspectives on carbon farming in the transition to resilient farming systems #SoilValues #CarbonFarming #RegenerativeAgriculture #SoilHealth #CommunityOfPractice #SustainableFarming