In this context, the EU Soil Observatory (EUSO) is convening its second Stakeholder Forum, an annual event organised by the JRC whose purpose is to actively engage and exchange with the soil community, in a broad sense - from policy makers, soil and soil-related scientists, local actors, civil society representatives and citizens.
The EUSO aims to become the principal provider of reference data and knowledge at EU-level for all matters relating to soil. It is a dynamic and inclusive platform that supports EU soil-related policymaking by providing knowledge and data flows needed to safeguard and restore soils. EUSO is in close interaction with the soil-related research activities and aims to raise the public’s awareness of the need for soil protection.
The EUSO second Stakeholders Forum is an opportunity for the EUSO to update and exchange with anyone with an interest in soils on various themes including: the latest developments in soil policy, the state of soil science, new and ongoing soil research projects as well as methods to assess soil health in the EU and beyond.
The event took place over three days, from Monday 24th to Wednesday 26th October 2022:
- The first day was dedicated to the latest soil policy developments in the EU
- The second day discussed the concept of Soil Health Districts, and the research under the Mission “A Soil Deal for Europe”.
- During the third day, the five EUSO Technical Working Groups met to discuss technical advances on the following topics: soil pollution, soil data sharing, soil monitoring, soil erosion and soil carbon.
Monday 24/10/2022, afternoon
- Opening Plenary (Towards Healthy Soils in the EU), : temporary unavailable
Tuesday 25/10/2022, morning
- Supporting Research & Innovation (mp4)
Tuesday 25/10/2022, afternoon
- Soil Health Districts & Living Labs (mp4)
Wednesday 26/10/2022, morning
Wednesday 26/10/2022, afternoon

