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The State of Soils in Europe

Joint Research Council / European Environment Agency October 22, 2024

Scientists across Europe assess soil degradation and highlight the need to protect soils

Scotland's soils should be protected in law

Environmental Standards Scotland October 09, 2024

Environmental Standards Scotland recommends that Scottish Government bring forward legislative proposals to protect Scotland's soils

Tackling the nature and climate crisis from source to sea

NatureScot August 28, 2024

Habitats and ecosystems are often managed separately, however by managing them as connected systems, we can find efficiencies and synergies from our actions and investments.

Scottish blanket bog awarded UNESCO world heritage status

BBC News July 26, 2024

The Flow Country, an extensive blanket bog which stores millions of tonnes of carbon in its peat soils, has been awarded UNESCO world heritage status

The Crucial Role of Healthy Soils in Scotland's Economy

Centre of Expertise for Waters (CREW) July 22, 2024

Healthy soils are the backbone of many sectors of the Scottish economy. However when soils are degraded, the impacts can lead to significant costs to individuals, communities and the wider economy.

From robots and drones to sheep trackers, new tech can help farmers monitor and improve soil health

Jennifer Rowntree July 10, 2024

Twelve million hectares of agricultural soils are lost globally every year. Farming can help solve this global soil crisis.

The State of Soils in Europe

Scotland's soils should be protected in law

Tackling the nature and climate crisis from source to sea

Scottish blanket bog awarded UNESCO world heritage status

The Crucial Role of Healthy Soils in Scotland's Economy

From robots and drones to sheep trackers, new tech can help farmers monitor and improve soil health

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