Global Soil Conference 2024

Source: This post on Global Soil Conference 2024 has been created based on the article “Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan addresses the Global Soil Conference 2024” 
published in PIB on 20th November 2024.

Why in news?

Recently, the Global Soil Conference 2024 was organised by the Indian Society of Soil Science, New Delhi. 

About the conference

1. Organised by: Indian Society of Soil Science, New Delhi under the aegis of the International Union of Soil Sciences, Italy.

2. It has been organised in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, National Academy of Agricultural Sciences, New Delhi

3. Theme: “Caring Soils Beyond Food Security: Climate change mitigation & Ecosystem Services”

4. Objective: Its objective involves:

i) Empowering Farmers: Providing education, support, and modern scientific tools to enhance agricultural sustainability

ii) Role of Youth and Women: Encouraging youth and women researchers to lead innovations addressing soil challenges.

iii) Global Partnerships: Collaboration among scientists, policymakers, NGOs, and stakeholders to develop actionable solutions.

5. Focus Areas

i) Soil as a Global Concern: It recognized soil erosion and degradation as global challenges affecting sustainable development. It also emphasis on soil health as critical for human, animal, and plant well-being.

ii) Sustainable Land Management: It is to address the global need for sustainable agricultural practices to restore soil health and foster collaboration among nations to share innovations and implement scalable solutions.

iii) SDGs and Soil Health: It highlighted about soil conservation aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Also stresses on achieving food security through resilient ecosystems.

6. Vision for the Future: India is supporting initiatives for sustainable and profitable agriculture. India is also advocating integrated nutrient and water management practices.

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