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Soil degradation, biodiversity loss and climate change are among the most pressing challenges Europe faces. They are closely linked to how we produce food, how we manage natural resources and how we protect ecosystems. Their impact extends beyond environmental stability, influencing economic resilience, public health and societal well-being across Europe and beyond.
To address these challenges, we need research and innovation that bridge disciplines and sectors. We need academia, industry, policymakers and practitioners to work together and develop solutions that rethink existing systems with the goal of preserving the landscapes and biodiversity we value today.
Within the innovation ecosystem FOOD & NATURE, we connect initiatives that focus on soil health, sustainable agriculture, bio-based innovation and food system transformation. Together, these efforts help build environmental resilience and support thriving communities.

Soil is the foundation of food production, biodiversity and climate resilience. However, it is increasingly under pressure across Europe – and around the globe. Understanding, restoring and preserving soil health requires interdisciplinary research, regenerative practices and coordinated innovation efforts.
We help turn soil research into collaborative action: connecting the right actors to develop scalable solutions that restore ecosystems and secure long-term productivity.

Europe’s food system must become more sustainable, diverse and future-proof – from genetic resources to consumer markets. Strengthening crop diversity, advancing plant genetics and safeguarding valuable germplasm are essential to ensure food security under changing climate conditions.
We bring together research, breeding innovation, industry and policy to help translate genetic excellence and system knowledge into resilient food solutions.

The bioeconomy is central to Europe’s transition towards climate-neutral, resource-efficient and resilient production and consumption systems. By replacing fossil-based resources with renewable biological materials and fostering circular value chains, it enables sustainable growth while reducing environmental pressure.
We advance collaborative innovation that connects research, industry, policymakers and practitioners – accelerating the transition towards a regenerative and competitive bio-based economy.
Discover how our projects help drive change and real-world impact to protect our natural foundations for generations to come.