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The 21st Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme Partnership Platform (CAADP PP) and Commemoration of the 16th Africa Day for Food and Nutrition Security (ADFNS)
CA4SH Side Event | Implementing soil health in CAADP: Linking soil health monitoring to implementation
Healthy soil provides multiple ecosystem servies, including water regulation, climate adaptation and mitigation, habitat for biodiversity and nutrients for plants. However, over one-third of the Earth’s surface is degraded. Urgent investments in soil health are needed to inform decision making across policy, financing and implementation.
Part of the solution is the investment in generation of robust data on the impact of land management on soil health, over time. Soil health monitoring is vital for a number of reasons. For example, the data gathered are crucial to guide decisions on implementation, financing and policy. These data need to be shared in an accerssible format to inform decision making. This session will highlight progress on the Monitoring Task Force, highlight advances in soil health monitoring and demonstrate on the ground progress to scale soil health solutions.
Global Climate-Smart Agriculture Conference
The Global Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) Conference 2025 is not just another conference – it’s a catalyst for action. Taking place 5-7 November 2025 in Brasília, Brazil, this event brings together scientists, policymakers, investors, and businesses to shape the future of food and agriculture ahead of COP30.
With a strong science-based foundation and a business-unusual approach, the conference will spark collaborations, forge commitments, and accelerate real-world solutions for climate-smart agriculture and food systems
The Climate Smart Agriculture Youth Network Global (GCSAYN) organizing First Annual Forum in Entebbe, Uganda on November 6th, 2025.
The Climate Smart Agriculture Youth Network Global (GCSAYN)
organizing First Annual Forum in Entebbe, Uganda on November 6th, 2025.
In line with the CNN Call to Earth Day (CTED), the Climate Smart Agriculture Youth Network Global (GCSAYN) and, approved Centers of Excellence (CoE), Primary and Secondary Schools, Universities and TVETs globally organized the first CTED in 2021 which was indeed very successful.
The great interest and lessons from all CoEs triggered official launch of the “Green School Initiative” in 2022 as part of the strategic plan for the Children and Youth in Agriculture flagship program (CYA Program – GCSAYN). The “Green School Initiative” aims in promoting Environmental Education, Restoration and Conservation Practices in schools through tree planting and growing (fruits trees). The initiative was officially launched across nine GCSAYN countries; Cameroon (Yaoundé, Limbe and Kumba), India (Narasingh Choudhury Autonomous College) Ethiopia, Malawi, Uganda, Nigeria, Chad, and Kenya and Zimbabwe.
This collaboration provides a timely opportunity to empower learners and students, foster community participation, and contribute to global efforts in combating climate change and environmental degradation “Call to Earth Day (CTED) Guard Your Green Space” is all about celebrating how people and cultures come together to protect the planet. This event will equally mark the GCSAYN 1st Annual Forum (AF) and shall be commemorated every year alongside the CNN CTED for more visibility and impact of all global efforts in enhancing environmental education (EE) within all CoEs.
Bridging the Gaps – Advancing Coherent Policies for Climate Adaptation and Mitigation for Agriculture and Food Systems
As momentum builds toward COP30 in Belém, this convening will bring together influential voices — including government leaders, COP negotiators, indigenous representatives, farmers, financiers, scientists, and private sector leaders — to advance agriculture and food systems transformation in line with climate and biodiversity goals.
This high-level convening will position food and agriculture as critical levers for climate adaptation and mitigation, highlighting strategic investment pathways to strengthen resilience, secure long-term food and economic stability, and advance nature-positive agriculture and food systems. Through cross-sector dialogues, it will identify ways to improve policy coherence and unlock synergies across climate, biodiversity, and food agendas.
Outcomes of the interactive convening will directly inform and support the COP30 negotiations and presidency agenda, equipping participants with the knowledge and strategies needed to engage effectively and advance ambitious climate solutions.
UNFCCC COP30
#COPSoil is a hub of all things soil at the Rio Conventions. It is a one-stop-shop for events, news and resources related to scaling soil health.
We are calling on all partners to share their events and media coverage to include on this page!
Please send an email to communications@coalitionforsoilhealth.org with the name, time, organizers, location and a 1-2 sentence description of your events at the UNFCCC COP30 in Belem, Brazil.
Also, please submit your news, resources and outcomes from COP so we can promote them and amplify the voices of multistakeholder action for scaling global soil health.
See you in Belem!
British Society of Soil Science Annual Conference 2025
The British Society of Soil Science has officially launched the 2025 Annual Conference. Tickets are on sale now for the event, which will be in Manchester in December. The programme includes sessions on global policy, EU Missions, regenerative agriculture, disruptive technologies, microbiology, art and culture, biodiversity net gain, and flood mitigation. There will also be an invited lecture from Prof. Pete Smith.
Breakthrough Agenda Report 2025
Event Details
Date: 30 October 2025
Time: 16:00-17:00 CET
Background information
The Breakthrough Agenda Report 2025 identifies practical opportunities for countries to work together in ways that advance both economic development, energy security and sustainability goals. At a testing time for international cooperation, the report underscores its importance to avoid market fragmentation and falling short of the Breakthrough Agenda goals.
This is the fourth report in a series that assesses the impact of international collaboration in accelerating the transition to clean energy technologies and sustainable solutions in key sectors. It was prepared by the International Energy Agency in collaboration with the Climate High-Level Champions.
This year’s report defines how successful international collaboration can be measured and what effective collaboration looks like in practice, creating a comprehensive monitoring framework that can help countries and industries sustain momentum across sectors. It also identifies new priority areas for international collaboration to support the sustainable production and use of fertilisers.
Released ahead of the COP 30 meetings in Belém, the findings of the Breakthrough Agenda Report 2025 will provide key inputs to the COP 30 Presidency’s Plan to Accelerate Solutions and country efforts to enhance collaboration in key sectors.
This webinar will present the key findings of the reports, followed by a Q&A session with the authors.
2025 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue
The 2025 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue will convene under the theme SOILutions for Security, underscoring the foundational role that agriculture plays in sustaining global stability.
As the world’s population rises and new challenges strain food systems, a global consensus is taking root: soil is more than dirt—it is a dynamic, living system that underpins human survival. In an era of economic disruption, conflict and environmental stress, the Borlaug Dialogue will examine how diverse industries and sectors can unite to address these challenges from the ground up.
The Soil Re-Union: Science for Healthy Soils
The Soil Re-Union fosters connections among participants across diverse regions and research disciplines. Join co-orgnizers the Serbian Society of Soil Science and Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, a National Institute of the Republic of Serbia in our shared mission for healthy soils—a united response to the planet's triple crisis: climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.
SIANI Meeting in Rome: Resilient food systems in turbulent times
Are you planning to be in Rome in October? Join SIAN'I’s upcoming meeting in Rome on 18 October – the weekend between the World Food Forum flagship event and CFS53. With a focus on a multi sector approach, participants from academia, the public and private sectors, civil society, and international organizations working in different sectors all over the world towards more sustainable food systems are welcome.Your voice matters in creating resilient food systems!
Date: 18 October
Time: 09:00-16:00
Venue: Rome, Italy: Casa Fluviale, Via del Porto Fluviale 22
Mentorship Session: Building your LinkedIn Presence for Impact
Session Background
In today’s digital-first world, platforms like LinkedIn are essential for visibility, networking, and influence—especially for youth in soil and land restoration, agriculture and climate action. Despite its potential, many youth lack the skills to leverage LinkedIn effectively. This training responds to that gap by offering practical guidance on how to build a compelling LinkedIn presence that reflects their work, values and aspirations.
IUCN World Conservation Congress | CA4SH Side Event
This session will engage diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, researchers, the private sector, youth, and farming communities to address the socio-economic, policy, and practical aspects of soil health. It will showcase innovative tools, inclusive financing mechanisms, policy cohesion, and effective on-the-ground practices that embed soil health into conservation strategies. The discussion will focus on holistic, evidence-based frameworks that prioritise equity and multi-stakeholder action, providing clear recommendations for scaling up soil health efforts to enhance conservation, climate resilience, and land restoration.
On the Road to COP30: Biological Solutions for Climate-Resilient Agriculture - Webinar 1
Join a high-level dialogue “The Science of Scaling Biosolutions for Soil Health and Climate Action” on 30 September 2025 (10:30 – 12:00 -UTC-3 / 15:30 – 17:00 CEST), organized by CGIAR Climate Action, Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Ministerio da Agricultura - MAPA), Embrapa, and CGIAR Multifunctional Landscapes. This is the first event of the COP30 Webinar series: Biological Solutions for Low-Carbon Agriculture.
Beyond Carbon and Toward COP30: Youth Pathways for Sustainable Land, Biodiversity, Climate Futures
Climate action often focuses on mitigation & adaptation—but land, biodiversity, and water are just as critical. Join this ODCC 2025 dialogue to hear from youth leaders shaping global agendas on land management, biodiversity, and climate futures.
Date: Sunday, 28 Sept 2025
Time: 4:00–5:15 PM BST
Venue: Zoom (link shared 2 days before)
Soil Security Series: Mission 007 - Strategies for Codifying Soil Security in National Policies and Global Instruments
Save Soil (Isha Outreach, IUCN Member), Aroura the Soil Security Think Tank, and IUCN WCEL are excited to co-host a 3-part panel discussion on Soil Security. As part of the larger Save Soil Soil Conversations series, this collaboration will explore soil as the single leverage point for addressing major global challenges of our time, highlighting rich, diverse stories of challenges and successes from around the world. Expert panelists will share their insights and on-ground experiences on how Soil Security can support accelerated implementation of restoration targets, biodiversity goals, and climate action.
Youth Capacity Building on DLDD and Loss & Damage: Advancing Land-Based Solutions for Resilience and Restoration
Join the UNCCD Youth Caucus together with the Loss and Damage Youth Coalition (LDYC) for an interactive and knowledge-packed conversation on the crucial nexus between Loss & Damage and Land Restoration.
Date: Friday, 26 September
Time: 4:00 PM CEST
Where: Online (Zoom) – accessible to everyone worldwide
From the Ground Up: Youth and Soil Driving Regeneration, Resilience and Renewal
#Youth4Soil Virtual Solutions Showcase
Purpose
A recent #Youth4Soil Brief highlights several avenues for youth to meaningfully engage and get involved in scaling soil health, including Awareness Raising, Innovation & Technology, Policy Advocacy, Community Engagement, Education and Science & Research.
In light of this, the #Youth4Soil Solutions Showcase Webinar series serves as a vital platform to amplify youth voices, attract potential donors, and increase visibility for impactful soil health initiatives. By promoting collaboration, showcasing successes, and encouraging innovative solutions, this webinar aims to create a robust network of young soil health advocates dedicated to driving positive environmental and social change. This solutions showcase will highlight the efforts of young leaders towards landscape restoration and building ecosystem resilience.
Why Attend?
Be Inspired by Youth Leadership: Witness the passion and ingenuity of young leaders who are driving change in soil health
Discover Practical Solutions: Explore innovative, actionable and scalable solutions that can be implemented in various contexts, from urban gardens to rural farms as well as small to large-scale farms.
Empower Yourself: Whether you’re a student, farmer, researcher, or simply someone who cares about the planet, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make a difference.
Webinar on Advancements in Soil and Land Health Monitoring
This webinar will highlight field-based assessments, advanced data analytics, Earth Observation and citizen science to track changes in soil organic carbon and other indicators over time. These methods have been implemented and scaled with numerous partners across agricultural landscapes, rangelands, and forests in forty countries throughout the global tropics.
ICOBTE & ICHMET 2025: A Joint Global Conference on Biogeochemistry and Heavy Metals
Environmental pollution remains a critical global issue, threatening human health, ecosystems, and the overall well-being of our planet. Thus, maintaining a clean environment for human Health is a constantly urgent need for a global society.
Under the theme "Catalyzing Change for Sustainability and ESG: Bridging Academia and Industry," the 2025 Joint ICOBTE & ICHMET Conference focuses on innovative strategies to mitigate pollution, emphasizing the importance of trace element and heavy metal management in achieving a cleaner, healthier future. By bringing together scientists, researchers, early career scientists, end-users, industry leaders, policymakers, and other professionals from around the world, we aim to catalyze meaningful change and foster collaborations that bridge the gap between academia and industry.
Both ICOBTE and ICHMET have established themselves as leading platforms in the scientific community, each with a rich history of advancing knowledge and fostering innovation in the study of trace elements and heavy metals. This year, we unite these two conferences to create an unparalleled forum for discussing the latest research, sharing cutting-edge technologies, and exploring practical solutions to some of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. The joint ICOBTE & ICHMET Conference is a forum where world-leading scientists in the field of trace elements and heavy metals in the environment present their latest research, insights, and cutting-edge technologies. Interactions occur across various disciplines, including human health issues, ecotoxicology, oceanic, atmospheric and earth sciences, trace element geochemistry and biogeochemistry, environmental technology, and analytical chemistry.
We warmly welcome you to join us in South Korea as we work together to catalyze change for a sustainable future.
Soil Security Series: “Those who know care, those who care lobby” - The Social and Capital Value of Living Soil
Save Soil (Isha Outreach, IUCN Member), Aroura the Soil Security Think Tank, and IUCN WCEL are excited to co-host a 3-part panel discussion on Soil Security. As part of the larger Save Soil Soil Conversations series, this collaboration will explore soil as the single leverage point for addressing major global challenges of our time, highlighting rich, diverse stories of challenges and successes from around the world. Expert panelists will share their insights and on-ground experiences on how Soil Security can support accelerated implementation of restoration targets, biodiversity goals, and climate action.
Virtual Bamboo Awareness Creation Event
The University of Kabianga GCSAYN mentees warmly invite you to a Virtual Bamboo Awareness Creation Event on September 18, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM EAT, in celebration of World Bamboo Day 2025. First established in 2009 by the World Bamboo Organization, this annual day highlights the global significance of bamboo as a resource beneficial to both people and nature.
Soil Security Series: The Nexus Solution to Global Existential Challenges
Save Soil (Isha Outreach, IUCN Member), Aroura the Soil Security Think Tank, and IUCN WCEL are excited to co-host a 3-part panel discussion on Soil Security. As part of the larger Save Soil Soil Conversations series, this collaboration will explore soil as the single leverage point for addressing major global challenges of our time, highlighting rich, diverse stories of challenges and successes from around the world. Expert panelists will share their insights and on-ground experiences on how Soil Security can support accelerated implementation of restoration targets, biodiversity goals, and climate action.
Cultiver l’Avenir : Histoires Inspirantes et Solutions Innovantes des Jeunes pour la Santé des Sols et l’Agriculture Durable
Contexte
Les sols sont au cœur des écosystèmes terrestres. Ils soutiennent la biodiversité, régulent le climat et assurent la production alimentaire. Pourtant, leur dégradation — causée par l’érosion, la salinisation, la perte de matière organique et les pratiques agricoles intensives — menace la durabilité de nos systèmes agroalimentaires.
Jeunes4Sol Francophone, réseau dédié aux jeunes acteurs francophones engagés pour la santé des sols, vise à amplifier les initiatives locales innovantes capables d’inverser ces tendances.
Ce premier partage d’expériences répond à un besoin identifié lors de notre réunion de lancement : créer un espace interactif pour échanger des pratiques de terrain, inspirer les pairs et renforcer les synergies au sein de notre communauté.
SoilCarbon4Climate: Temperate Regions Regional Meeting of “4 per 1000”
SAVE THE DATE
Hosted by the German Federal Ministry for Food and Agriculture, the international “4 per 1000” Initiative is organizing the first conference on soil health and soil carbon sequestration in the temperate regions. This conference, entitled SoilCarbon4Climate, will bring together soil health experts from across the temperate climate zone, offering excellent opportunities for networking and knowledge exchange through presentations, discussions, workshops, as well as an excursion to partner farms of the German Humus Programme.
Registration is now open!
EUROSOIL 2025
The EUROSOIL is the official meeting of the European Confederation of Soil Science Societies (ECSSS), it is among Europe’s most important Soil Sciences events and offers a fantastic opportunity for knowledge transfer among the Soil Sciences community. The EUROSOIL is held every four years and attracts a large audience of over 2500 participants who present their findings through oral and poster presentations across up to 10 parallel sessions. The event also features workshops and an exhibition of products and services aimed at raising awareness in society, facilitating the exchange of ideas and information and creating business opportunities. Additionally, the Iberian Congress of Soil Sciences (CICS) will also be held during this edition of EUROSOIL.
Africa Food Systems Forum 2025
With only five years left to reach the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and one year away from the Malabo Declaration's deadline, transforming African food systems stands as a paramount task, crucial for ensuring food security and fostering job opportunities particularly for youth and women on the continent.
The summit aims to catalyze this transformation through innovative science and policies, digital technologies and equipment’s, home-grown and global solutions, and scaled investments.
COP30: Join the Climate Action Agenda Journey to Belem
The COP30 Incoming Presidency, Climate High-Level Champions and UNFCCC are delighted to invite you to the upcoming webinar ‘COP30: Join the Climate Action Agenda Journey to Belem’ on Friday 29 August at 8:00 AM Brasilia Time (03:00 PM AZT) (01:00 PM GMT+1).
UNFSS Side Event | From Riyadh to Mongolia: Bridging Action for Agroecology and Soil Health to Transform Food Systems
The session will highlight the potential of agroecology and soil health as cross-cutting enablers of climate, biodiversity, land, and food systems goals. It will showcase country experiences and inclusive approaches to strengthen policy coherence, scale implementation, and support investment in integrated solutions. Discussions will build on a joint outcome-based policy brief and inform a youth-led statement, outlining priorities and practical entry points to advance transformation through the Riyadh Action Agenda. The session will foster cross-sector collaboration and shared commitment toward UNCCD COP17 and beyond.
UNFSS Side Event | Grounding Food Systems Transformation inSoil Health: Evidence and Cross-Sectoral Action
The session will build a shared understanding of practical tools, approaches, and success factors to implement and monitor soil health at scale. It will strengthen multi-stakeholder collaboration—bringing together governments, scientists, farmers, Indigenous Peoples, youth, scientists, and the private sector—and generate co-created recommendations to integrate soil health into national and global policy and investment strategies. Discussions will highlight the role of soil data in driving financial investment and scaling solutions. The session will also inform a youth-led statement on soil health and explore mechanisms to integrate young professionals into future actions.
United Nations Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4)
The 2nd UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4) will take place from July 27–29, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, co-hosted by Ethiopia and Italy. As we approach four years since the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit (UNFSS), UNFSS+4 will provide a platform for reflecting on progress, strengthening collaboration, and unlocking finance and investments to accelerate food systems transformation.
Strengthening National Governance to Accelerate Food Systems Transformation
This webinar will explore how national governance can be transformed to deliver systemic, inclusive, and rights-based food systems policies. It will examine key dimensions such as cross-sectoral policy integration, institutional capacity, local government empowerment, rights-based frameworks, evidence-based decision-making, and sustainable financing.
The Road to COP30: What Mattered at the Subsidiary Bodies (SB) 62 in Bonn?
The 62nd session of the Subsidiary Bodies — also known as UNFCCC’s Bonn Climate Change Conference — serves as a halfway point between COP 29 in Baku and COP 30 in Belém. A significant focus will be on the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) for climate finance, building upon the foundation laid at COP29, set to support developing countries in their climate action effort.
This session will highlight the main takeaways from SB62 while briefly reflecting on past policy fora engagements and showcasing a short recap of YPARD’s policy engagements as MGCY over the last few months. The session will look ahead at COP30, with an eye on key political moments preceding: the Pre-COPs, HLPF, UNFSS+4 and others.
The Latin American and Caribbean Soil Carbon Research Symposium (LAC Soil Carbon)
Over four days, researchers, students, experts and practitioners will gather in Rio de Janiero, Brazil to exchange ideas and discuss regional and global challenges in promoting sustainable agricultural practices and preserving soil health.
RESTORE REFORM REAP: #YOUTH 4SOIL SOLUTIONS SHOWCASE
Soil health, desertification and drought are connected in many ways; youth vibrance and leadership are at the intersection of all three. This event will showcase the often-overlooked effort of young people in combating desertification and drought world over. The #Youth4Soil Solutions Showcase Webinar will serve as a vital platform to amplify youth voices, attract potential donors, and increase visibility for impactful soil health initiatives. By promoting collaboration, showcasing successes, and encouraging innovative solutions, this webinar aims to create a robust network of young advocates dedicated to driving positive environmental and social change.
Unearth Your Potential: Communicating Your Brand
The British Society of Soil Science is pleased to announce the first of our 'Unearth your Potential' CPD webinar series will take place on Monday 23 June from 12:00 - 1:00pm (UK time) and is free of charge to register. Join Dan Lambeth as he discusses how to Communicate Your Brand as a science professional.
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2519716059513894749
Launching CA4SH Soil Action Hubs
During the Bonn Climate Change Conference (SB62), the Coalition of Action 4 Soil Health (CA4SH) is officially launching its CA4SH Soil Action Hubs —dynamic, decentralized structures designed to catalyze locally led soil health action. These hubs will foster collaboration, advance inclusive knowledge exchange, and drive coordinated, context-specific solutions. With EIT Food hosting the Europe Hub, this marks a pivotal step in scaling soil health for people, nature, climate, food security, and nutrition.
Past Events
