Description: The SWEdish Soil Health Living Lab (SWE LL) consists of a network of experimental sites across Southern Sweden, with additional locations in the central and northern regions. These sites span over 7,000 hectares of arable land, including pig, poultry, and cattle farms. Challenges: The Living Lab addresses critical issues in agricultural soil health, including…
Description:The SouthEastern Spain Soil Health Living Lab – GREENNOMED (GREEN INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS IN MEDITERRANEAN ENVIRONMENTS), is located primarily in the Campo de Cartagena (Region of Murcia) and Almería province. The soil health of this territory has been deteriorated by non-sustainable agriculture practices, and a semi-arid climate that is changing into extreme temperatures, longer doughs periods…
Description: The Italian Soil Health Living Lab focuses on soil health in rural, urban, and peri-urban areas within the Adige and Po Valleys, which are areas that span diverse Alpine-Mediterranean pedoclimatic conditions. Challenges: The Living Lab addresses critical issues aligned with the Soil Mission goals, including reducing soil pollution, enhancing restoration, and improving soil structure to…
Description: The Greek Mine Soil Health Living Lab in Western Macedonia focuses on the reclamation of surface lignite mine land. The area includes various abandoned mining sites with soils heavily contaminated by high levels of chromium (Cr) and nickel (Ni), among other pollutants, rendering them unproductive. Challenges: The Living Lab seeks to identify the most effective…
Description: The Bulgarian Viticultural Soil Health Living Lab (BUV SHELL) is centered on the grape vineyards of the Agricultural University of Plovdiv. This area benefits from a distinct microclimate. Challenges: The region faces significant issues, including a decline in soil organic matter, poor soil structure and biodiversity, and mounting pressures from climate change. Potential Solutions: To…
Description: The Basque Soil Health Living Lab focuses on the Biosphere Reserve of Urdaibai, located in the Basque Country, a region characterised by its Atlantic climate. Challenges: The key challenge is to protect the area’s cultural and biological diversity while ensuring prosperity, wealth, and opportunities for local citizens. Potential Solutions: To address these challenges, the Living Lab…