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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.
Adam from the Farmer Network is joined for a chat by Danny and Maddy Teasdale of the Ullswater Catchment Management CIC, to talk about the practical work they do in advising farmers around Ullswater in the English Lake District. Their mantra is to balance farming with improving the natural…
Calling all of Cumbria's farmers, growers, beekeepers and game merchants! Please help us to understand who is producing what food in Cumbria and where, by completing our questionnaire
Farmers and land managers in England’s protected landscapes can now apply for funding from the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme until March 2026. The programme offers grants for projects in National Parks and National Landscapes (previously called Areas of Outstanding Natural…
This is just a reminder that the hedgerow management regulations stipulate that there should be no cutting/trimming from 1st March to 31st August.
