The topic of soil and soil health is gaining prominence on the international and domestic agenda. Policy makers came together to tackle the climate and biodiversity emergencies during the United Nations COP events, and at the beginning of February 2025, the Government published its first paper on land use management. In all of these discussions, soil health is pivotal. Last month, the government announced changes to planning laws to promote growth, including a goal of 1.5 million new homes and a better use of brownfield sites with a new grade belt designation. So how we look after soil is essential in achieving government targets for building new homes and for achieving net zero.
The podcast will feature industry experts as we dig deeper into this vital natural resource, unearthing secrets of soil, and discovering why it is essential to the sustainable future of the planet. By exploring innovative projects, case studies and research, together we will understand why Soil Matters.
Each episode will feature leading experts, researchers, and practitioners discussing the latest findings, innovations, and challenges in soil science. From exploring soil’s role in climate change mitigation to sustainable agriculture and biodiversity, Soil Matters aims to engage listeners with accessible, thought-provoking content that highlights the importance of soil in shaping our planet’s future. Whether you’re a researcher, policymaker, or simply curious about the ground beneath your feet, this podcast offers something for everyone passionate about soil science.
H&H Group PLC is proud to launch the H&H Rural Matters Bursary, a new initiative supporting the next generation of farmers in Cumbria. The bursary is aimed at young farmers aged approximately 25–35 years who are looking to develop their skills, education, or farming businesses through practical…
LANSS were pleased to attend the UK’s largest autumn livestock showcase where we had sponsored the sheep ring. We enjoyed meeting with many members of our farming community and those businesses which support them.
LANSS were delighted to attend this event which focused on exploring and building on opportunities within work-based and practical agroecological training. We looked at different training models and heard real life examples of them working in practice. We also learned how devolution will give our…
Have you considered a professional career as a rural business adviser? The Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV) have launched their #RoutetoRural campaign, highlighting the role of an Agricultural Valuer and the different routes to entering the profession.
