Soil is the Foundation of our Planetary Life Support System

Real Estate Insights, from Savills

‘It takes thousands of years to form 1 centimeter of soil. Yet, it can be destroyed in almost no time at all.’

Dr. Cristiana Paşca Palmer’s words have never been more pertinent as we stare down the barrel of the climate crisis.

In this final episode of the Nature-Based Solutions takeover, we explore how regenerative agriculture can bring our soil back to life, improve water absorbency and improve biodiversity, while still feeding the world.

Last week, we heard from New Foundation Farms’ Clare Hill and Savills’ Tom Cackett about the tangible positive impact regenerative farming is having on farms across the UK. Meanwhile, today, we speak to Harry Farnsworth of Rabobank and Annie Leeson of Agri Carbon, on the science of soil testing and the investment opportunities the sector holds.

You can find out more about what Savills is doing to protect and restore our natural environments by visiting https://www.savills.co.uk/services/consultancy/natural-capital.aspx.

Dive into our reading list to continue your Regenerative Agriculture journey:

· Holistic Management, by Allen Savoury

· Net Zero, by Dieter Helm

· Green Swans, by Paul Polman

· Net Positive, by Paul Polman

· Terra Incognita, by Ian Goldin

· This Changes Everything, by Naomi Klein

· The Uninhabitable Earth, by David Wallace Wells

· Bet The Farm, by Beth Hoffman

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Nature-Based Solutions is hosted by Nicky Wightman, Savills Global Director of Emerging Trends, and Alex Godfrey, Savills Joint Head of Natural Capital. The show is produced and edited by Becki Hills.