2026 Desertification & Drought Day

Throughout the month of June, the Coalition of Action for Soil Health (CA4SH) will spotlight soil health solutions, stories, and innovations connected to Desertification and Drought Day 2026 and the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP2026).

This year’s theme, “Rangelands: Recognize. Respect. Restore.”, draws attention to some of the world’s most important yet overlooked ecosystems. Rangelands cover more than half of the Earth’s land surface and support the livelihoods, food systems, biodiversity, and climate resilience of nearly two billion people worldwide - yet many are degraded or at risk. Through this campaign, CA4SH and partners will explore how healthy soils, sustainable rangeland management, restoration, and community leadership are essential to building resilient landscapes and securing a more sustainable future for people and planet alike.