Soil health is the foundation of life, providing essential nutrients, water, and support for plants. It acts like a sponge, retaining moisture and reducing irrigation needs. Healthy soil also captures carbon, helping mitigate climate change. It supports diverse ecosystems by hosting microorganisms that recycle nutrients, enriching the soil naturally. 

Additionally, it prevents erosion, protecting water quality and maintaining fertile land. Healthy soil enhances crop resilience against pests and extreme weather, supporting long-term food security. Economically, it reduces the need for chemical inputs, ensuring sustainable farming and long-term profitability. In short, soil health is critical for environmental stability, human nutrition, and economic well-being. 

The soil health team develops methods for assessing and benchmarking soil health by testing existing soil heath indicators and developing new ones. We work on measuring, modelling and mapping soil health indicators