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Why soils matters
- A european perspective
Proceedings of the Conference
Welcome words and introduction
In a context where people have moved
away from soil’s characteristics and
functions, it is crucial to understand
that the rules of growth and harvest
cannot be decided artificially by humans.
Understanding and acknowledging these
rules will turn into a win-win situation
for plant, animal and human health, as well as the climate. It
is also a win-win situation for the economic viability of farms
in the long-term...
When talking about soil we can talk about
earth, humus or dirt
. But, basically it is a forgotten treasure’
Maria Heubuch
This event is held mid-way between
the agreement for the Sustainable
Development Goals and the Paris Climate
talks, which have equally important tasks
in relation to land, although that is not
always visible. The aim of this conference
is to look towards the future and the way
forwards for
better soil health-related
policies
.’
Michael Hamell
Michael Hamell
is adjunct professor of agriculture at University College
Dublin.
Maria Heubuch
is Greens/EFA member of the Committee on Development
(DEVE) and of the Committee on Agriculture (AGRI)..