After introducing iCOSHINE last year, session #3 took place on 19th March 2026. iCOSHINE is an initiative within the frame of the iCOSHELLs project, and it aims to provide a platform for stakeholders to exchange knowledge and explore synergies to the benefit of European soil health at large. With a focus on Soil Literacy and Pop-up…
iCOSHELLs was present at the ENTER Study Days (9–11 March), hosted by the Agricultural University of Plovdiv, where it contributed to activities focused on soil literacy. On 10 March, participants attended a keynote lecture on soil health monitoring delivered by Assoc. Prof. Nikolay Minev from the Department of Soil Science, who is involved in the…
As part of iCOSHELLs WP2 activities, our consortium partner participated in a visit to the South-Eastern Spain Soil Health Living Lab, GREENNOMED (Green Innovative solutions in Mediterranean environments), with field stops in Cartagena and Almería. The Living Lab operates in a semi-arid Mediterranean context where soil health has been impacted by decades of intensive agricultural…
We are pleased to present the second edition of our HIGHLIGHTS series, our quarterly collection showcasing the latest news, achievements, and activities from our Living Labs and partners.During this period, our community continued to drive innovation, strengthen collaboration, and generate real-world impact through a variety of initiatives and events. Discover their latest stories below! iCOSHELLs…
On November 11–12, 2025, the Basque Living Lab of the European iCOSHELLs project, in collaboration with Agrotech UPC, the University of Vic, and the Viladecans municipality, hosted a high-level delegation from the Chinese Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA). The two-day visit demonstrated the co-creation approach central to the iCOSHELLs project, bringing together stakeholders…
An article published on illuminem by Anna Nyberg This article, originally published on illuminem, was made possible through the collaboration of iCOSHELLs project partners committed to advancing soil health across Europe. Written by Anna Nyberg with the support of Jokin Garatea (GAIA, Basque Living Lab leader) and Professor Vladislav H. Popov, PhD (Agricultural University of Plovdiv,…
The iCOSHELLs project is launching a Call for External Evaluators to support the assessment of proposals submitted to the upcoming iCOSHELLs Open Call. We are looking for experienced, independent experts to contribute to the selection of innovative solutions that will help restore and improve soil health across Europe. This call is managed by Zabala Innovation…
Last week, the iCOSHELLs consortium gathered in the Basque Country for an inspiring three-day meeting hosted in and around Bilbao by the Basque Living Lab. The event brought together all Living Labs and most project partners for a rich exchange of ideas, experiences, and perspectives. It was an opportunity not only to advance the project’s…
We are pleased to present the first edition of our HIGHLIGHTS series, a quarterly collection showcasing the latest news, achievements, and activities from our Living Labs and partners. Between May and September 2025, our community has been actively advancing innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact across diverse initiatives and events. Explore their stories below! Testing of…
An article published on earth.org by Lea Hüvelmeier-Schmidt (ESCI) Soil – the unseen foundation of our ecosystems – is under siege. Across Europe, pollution, urban sprawl, intensive farming, and climate change are eroding soil quality. Alarmingly, around 60% of EU soils are in poor condition, threatening food security and biodiversity. But hope is not lost. The EU’s…