What is the Mission Soil?

The EU Mission ‘A Soil Deal for Europe’ (Mission Soil) is one of five Missions funded under the EU Research and Innovation (R&I) Programme Horizon Europe. Its goal is to create 100 Living Labs and Lighthouses by 2030 to promote sustainable land and soil management in urban and rural areas.

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Living Labs and Lighthouses

Learn how Living Labs and Lighthouses can help to experiment and showcase good practices for sustainable land management. Work with researchers and land managers to find real-life solutions to societal challenges.

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Why is soil biodiversity important?

Delve into our latest video released for the annual World Biodiversity Day, on how initiatives led by Mission Soil are actively transforming the understanding around soil biodiversity into tangible results, ensuring healthier soils for a sustainable future.

Watch the video about soil biodiversity here

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9 Sep 2026

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ICSD 2026 : 14th International Conference on Sustainable Development

The European Center of Sustainable Development (ECSDEV), in collaboration with CIT University, will host ICSD 2026 on 9–10 September 2026 at Roma Eventi – Pontifical Gregorian University, Rome, Italy.

Under the theme “Creating a Unified…

17 Mar 2026

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3rd European Carbon Farming Summit

The European Carbon Farming Summit, hosted by Project Credible, is rapidly emerging as a leading meeting point for scientists, policymakers, economic actors, and interested members of the carbon farming and soil management communities. The event aims…

26 Jan 2026

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SEACURE OPEN CALL 1st Webinar: With PATH4MED Open Call and Best-Practcie Sharing across EU Project’s Casacade Funding Calls

Join us for the SEACURE Open Call – 1st Webinar, to learn on funding opportunities to combat nutrient pollution in your region and learn from successful case examples for EU experts and initiatives. This session will bring together project partners,…

22 Jan 2026

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Horizon Europe info days - Cluster 6 Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment

Are you interested in research & innovation funding opportunities in the areas of food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture and environment?

Join the Horizon Europe Cluster 6 info days on 22 and 23 January 2026 to learn more about the…

20 Jan 2026

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Horizon Europe info days - EU Missions

Are you interested in funding opportunities for projects helping to reach the EU Missions goals in the areas of health, climate and the environment? Would you like to contribute to bring concrete solutions to some of the greatest challenges facing our…

16 Dec 2025

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E-SPFdigit - 1st workshop of clustering activities

The workshop will bring together key stakeholders from government, academia, industry, and civil society to share experiences, discuss policy challenges, and explore opportunities for innovation in the soil, plant and food health sector. The agenda…

15 Dec 2025

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EU Agri-Food Days

Join us for the third edition of the EU Agri-Food Days, this three-day event will offer you the opportunity to network with EU agri-food stakeholders, farmers, civil society, academia and policymakers. Be at the heart of discussions about the latest…

10 Dec 2025

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Integrating Biodiversity and Nature-based Solutions in Business Decision Making | Online Workshop

Are you an agrifood business wondering how to integrate biodiversity and Nature-based Solutions in your operations?

Held on December 10th 2025, from 10:00 to 12:00 CET, this webinar will bring together key actors across the agrifood value chain…

3 Dec 2025

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Shaping the Future of Soil Health Living Labs and Lighthouses in Europe

On 3 December 2025 - on the eve of World Soil Day, SOILL-Startup hosts a policy-oriented conference to connect EU-level expectations with on-the-ground evidence from the first and second waves of Mission Soil Living Labs. The event will examine data…

21 Nov 2025

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HuMUS Final Conference | Participatory governance for Soil Health quality management: The legacy of the HuMUS project

Join the HuMUS Final Conference on 21 November, bringing together policymakers, soil stewards, municipalities, regional authorities, researchers, farmers, urban planners, and civil society to share knowledge and outcomes from the three-year Horizon…

12 Nov 2025

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Building soil monitoring into policy

What data do policymakers need to protect soils, and how will the new EU Soil Monitoring Law help deliver it? How can projects like AI4SH support member states in turning the Soil Monitoring Law into effective monitoring systems on the ground? What…

4 Nov 2025

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ECOMONDO 2025

Join the Green Transition at Ecomondo 2025 – Rimini, Italy

From 4 to 7 November 2025, the Rimini Expo Centre will once again host Ecomondo, the leading international event dedicated to the green and circular economy. This flagship fair brings together…

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