A major challenge for the future

Faced with a constantly growing global population, agriculture must rise to a twofold challenge: producing more to feed people whilst preserving the natural resources essential to food production. Among these resources, soil plays a central role. As the very foundation of life, it provides plants with the water and nutrients necessary for their growth. However, this precious resource, shaped over millions of years, is now under threat from climate change, erosion, water scarcity and certain human practices.

A conference to gain a better understanding of the links between soil and food

During this conference, Alain Coléno will offer an accessible overview of the major agricultural and food issues of today. Participants will learn, in particular:

• The role of soils in agricultural production and food security;
• The impacts of climate change on farmland;
• Issues relating to water management;
• The various agricultural approaches currently in use;
• Technical innovations and scientific advances that can sustainably improve food production;
• Solutions for preserving soil fertility and supporting agricultural transitions.

This meeting will also provide an opportunity to discuss the challenges that the agricultural sector will face in the future in order to balance productivity, environmental protection and food security.