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Unlocking the secret to successful forest restoration: new #research from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) highlights the crucial role of long-term, local governance by Indigenous peoples or communities. 🌳 The study analyzed 314 community-managed forests across Asia, Africa, and Latin America, showing that empowering local communities to manage their forests yields positive spillover effects, including improved livelihoods and climate change mitigation. The study emphasizes that the more formalized the land tenure rights, the better the outcomes. The call is for a shift toward a rights-based, locally focused approach in forest restoration efforts, recognizing the importance of Indigenous peoples and local communities. We're seeing a similar shift in farming and are fortunate to have a front seat via our role as the research and evaluation partner for Deep Medicine Circle's Farming is Medicine program. We're thrilled to be contributing to the evidence that prioritizing local livelihoods and indigenous sovereignty can create sustainable, impactful change. 💪🌳 Reach more at: https://lnkd.in/etMWppY6

How to assess and quantify environmental impacts from various marine activities and eutrophication related pressures across geographical zones and different marine habitat types in marine Natura 2000 areas? Here we (Mads Birkeland, Jens Kjerulf Petersen, Karen Timmermann, Pernille Nielsen, Ian Sehested Hansen) presents operational biological quality elements, key indicators, concrete and generic impact criteria, and assessment procedures for operational assessment. https://lnkd.in/d-YzGW2N

While crucial, this perspective can overshadow another fundamental aspect of soil health and its broader environmental impact: the soil microbiome. The risk inherent is a misallocation of resources and efforts towards practices that might not fully address the complexity of environmental regeneration.

**The choice is ours, and the time is now **. Are we ready to sow the seeds of regrowth and reap a future of abundance and harmony? Unless we are too fruitful and successful as a species, nature will punish us. The potential for "Regrowth" over degrowth is on our hand .Regenerative agriculture offers more than a sustainable path forward; It speaks to a future where agriculture feeds our bodies, heals our lands, fosters community resilience, and rekindles our sacred connection to Earth. Green gold initiative @TJT

Please take a moment to read my colleague Linda Tinson's recent blog on the hot topic of natural capital. The value of natural capital assets in Scotland alone is estimated at £230 billion and government policy is becoming increasingly underpinned by natural capital thinking. Scotland, with its rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes, has a crucial role to play in the development of natural capital and meeting governmental targets. https://lnkd.in/dWUDyMVm

💬 "Soil is not only the foundation of our food systems, but it provides also clean water and habitats for biodiversity while contributing to climate resilience." 🪱 The Horizon Europe Mission 'A Soil Deal for Europe' is addressing the critical issue of soil health and is emphasising international cooperation in achieving Sustainable Development Goals. 🇺🇳🌿 Through the first three Horizon Europe work programs, 🔬 approximately 300 million Euros have been allocated to Research and Innovation projects. The initiative aims to establish 100 living labs and lighthouses across Europe, fostering bottom-up research and innovation in real-life conditions. 📝 More information in this insightful article by Kerstin Rosenow 👉 https://lnkd.in/dyWFcaF8 #MissionSoil #SoilHealth #HorizonEurope #Biodiversity #SustainabelAgriculture REVOLVE SDGs European Commission European Confederation of Soil Science Societies

Scientific evidence for the crucial role of indigenous and rural communities in forest governance is growing. In addition, new research now shows that IPs and LCs are not only the best stewards of the forests they live in, but the study’s novel finding is that empowered local forest governance may yield better, more positive results for both environmental and social outcomes. #forestconservation #indigenouspeoples For more information, see the full open access paper here: https://lnkd.in/dyxgVAqC

We must establish a comprehensive ecosystem that intertwines both ecology and economy, rooted in the principles of a circular economy. This framework should serve as a sturdy foundation capable of enduring across generations with a singular focus on preserving our planet, fostering unity among humanity and securing a prosperous future for all. In this envisioned ecosystem, the pursuit of global peace and harmony is paramount. We recognize that the health of our planet is intricately connected to the well-being of every individual and community. Therefore, we prioritize initiatives that not only mitigate environmental degradation but also promote social equity and justice. Central to this vision is the recognition that food security is inseparable from human health. By cultivating sustainable agricultural practices, reducing food waste and ensuring equitable access to nutritious food, we not only nourish our bodies but also safeguard the vitality of our ecosystems. Ultimately, our goal is to create a world where every action is guided by the principles of stewardship, compassion, and interdependence. Through collective effort and unwavering commitment, we can pave the way for a future where one earth, one family and one future are not just ideals but tangible realities for generations to come. In the delicate balance of myriad challenges and the fleeting passage of time, the choice is solely ours to make. Will we persist in heedless disregard, leading our progeny into the abyss of catastrophe? Or shall we, as one, rise in unison, nurturing the flicker of hope and affording our young minds the opportunity to forge the solutions that will illuminate the path forward, preserving the flame of our collective humanity?

It’s #WorldSoilDay 🌱 Did you know soil is a living system filled with billions of microorganisms?! Soil health is integral to climate change mitigation and farmers’ success. One of our Impact Targets outlined in our 2030 Strategy is to ensure that 100% of Better Cotton farmers improve their soil health. Check out this blog from our US Impact Manager and experienced soil scientist, Karen Wynne, to learn more about the complexity of soil and why it’s so important to act on #SoilHealth. https://lnkd.in/eX6JCbd7

Today is #WorldSoilDay! ❗️Soil is not dirt. Soil is not unsexy. In fact soil is one of the very bases of our life! 🐛🪱And it is bustling with life - if we, humans, get it right. 🌽"95% of our food comes from soils." 💦"1 cubic meter of healthy soil can retain over 250l of water." 🫣"Improper soil and water management practices affect soil erosion, soil biodiversity, soil fertility, and water quality and quantity." 👍🏽"Healthy soil plays a crucial role as a natural filter, purifying and storing water as it infiltrates into the ground." Find these facts and more here: https://lnkd.in/geQkdD8f. And check out the NGIN post on Instagram. You will find actions to improve the soil-nutrient balance! https://lnkd.in/g8JSxS6w We cannot ignore the very soil that produces our food. Let's get it right! P.S.: There are more living organisms in 1 tablespoon of soil than people on Earth! 🧠