European Rural Development Network Public International Business College Mitrovica, Republic of Kosovo and Lithuanian Academy of Sciences invite to the XXII European Rural Development Network Conference “Resilient rural areas and sustainable food systems: governance, policy frameworks and structural challenges” 29 September – 1 October 2026 Mitrovica, Republic of Kosovo We are very pleased to… Continue reading XXII European Rural Development Network Conference
Soil is literally the foundation of our lives. It provides 95% of the food we eat, helps regulate the climate, stores water, and supports enormous biodiversity. Yet we often treat it as something obvious – “just dirt under our feet.” The SoilTribes project, funded by the European Union, wants to change that. We invite you… Continue reading Call for Applications: SoilTribes – Become a Soil Ambassador International Crash Course & Competition for Young Soil Scientists and Media Professionals
Between April 24 and 25 the ERDN team had the opportunity to take part in an inspiring international exchange in Porto, combining the meeting within the Soils Orchestras with the vibrant BioBlitz Festival and SoilScape activities hosted at Serralves Park. We also had the chance to experience the traveling exhibition Soil Art Tales, part of… Continue reading SoilScape Festival 2026: A Journey Beneath the Surface
The 2nd SoilTribes Bootcamp took place in Barcelona, marking a key stage in the incubation process of innovative initiatives for soil health. Organized by the Platoniq Foundation, the event brought together experts and local community leaders to work on the development of four selected challenges using co-creation methodologies. The primary goal of the Bootcamp was… Continue reading Co-creating Soil Health Innovations: Highlights from the 2nd SoilTribes Bootcamp in Barcelona
On February 13, 2026, the SoilTribes Consortium gathered in Beja, Portugal, for a productive day of connection, collaboration, and strategic planning. Hosted and led by INOVA+ at the Instituto Politécnico de Beja, the meeting brought together partners from across Europe to align on our shared mission of soil stewardship. A Unified Vision for Soil Health The meeting was kicked off… Continue reading Building “Soil Tribes” in Portugal: Highlights from the SoilTribes Consortium Meeting
The Polish Soil Orchestra, a key initiative under the European SoilScape project, continues to gain momentum. The second working meeting took place at the Michałowce Municipal Office in Reguły on 6th of February, providing a vibrant space for creative and constructive dialogue between science, local government, and the arts. Defining the Path: Vision and Mission A major… Continue reading Vision, Mission, and Music: Highlights from the 2nd Polish Soil Orchestra Meeting in Michałowice
From October 14–17, 2025, the Bieszczady region in Poland turned into a European hub for social innovation. The ERDN team, led by Katarzyna Gizińska, with the invaluable support of the Local Action Group “Zielone Bieszczady” and its President, Iwona Woch, organized the 4th General Assembly of the ESIRA project. The meeting brought together consortium partners from Serbia, Norway,… Continue reading Social Economy in the Heart of the Mountains: 4th ESIRA General Assembly in the Bieszczady Mountains, Poland
We are thrilled to announce the official inauguration of the Polish Soil Orchestra, a core initiative of the European SoilScape project (Spreading Open and Inclusive Literacy and Soil Culture through Artistic Practices and Education). The launch event took place on October 1 in the historic and inspiring interiors of Willa Waleria in Milanówek. Once the home of the renowned sculptor Jan… Continue reading Launch of the Polish Soil Orchestra under the SoilScape Project
