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SUMMARY:Future Horticulture Cluster meeting
DESCRIPTION:Lublin\, Poland \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOn March 18\, 2026\, during the meeting of the Future Horticulture Cluster held at the Institute of Agrophysics PAS\, we had the opportunity to promote SPIN-FERT project and share its key objectives with representatives of science\, industry\, and innovation networks. \n\n\n\nThe event gathered leading experts and stakeholders\, creating a valuable space for strengthening collaboration and discussing ongoing cluster activities\, aimed at supporting innovation and knowledge transfer in the horticultural sector. \n\n\n\nSPIN-FERT was represented by Prof. Dr. hab. Magdalena Frąc\, corresponding member of the Polish Academy of Sciences\, and her team / The Institute of Agrophysics of the Polish Academy of Sciences \n\n\n\nWe are proud to contribute to initiatives that connect research with practice and drive sustainable development in modern horticulture. \n\n\n\n🔗 Read more: https://www.ipan.lublin.pl/posiedzenie-czlonkow-klastra-ogrodnictwo-przyszlosci/ \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nKlaster Ogrodnictwo Przyszłości \n\n\n\nW dniu 18 marca 2026 r. w Instytucie Agrofizyki PAN odbyło się posiedzenie członków Klastra Ogrodnictwo Przyszłości. \n\n\n\nSPIN-FERT reprezentowała prof. dr hab. Magdalena Frąc\, czł. koresp. PAN wraz z zespołem Instytut Agrofizyki PAN. Podczas spotkania omówiono formalne aspekty współpracy oraz bieżącą działalność klastra. \n\n\n\nWydarzenie zgromadziło czołowych ekspertów i interesariuszy\, tworząc cenną przestrzeń do zacieśnienia współpracy i dyskusji na temat bieżących działań klastra\, mających na celu wspieranie innowacji i transferu wiedzy w sektorze ogrodniczym. \n\n\n\n🔗 https://www.ipan.lublin.pl/posiedzenie-czlonkow-klastra-ogrodnictwo-przyszlosci/ \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
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SUMMARY:Future of Soil Education - when education means action 
DESCRIPTION:Poznan\, Poland \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOn the 10th of April\, students from the Studio for Transdisciplinary Projects and Research at the University of Arts in Poznań\, led by Prof. Joanna Hoffmann and assistant Mateusz Janik (FASSF/ASN)\, visited the Faculty of Geographical and Geological Sciences at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań. As students were already involved in SPIN-FERT activities\, this time they were introduced to another EU Mission Soil project\, LOESS.   \n\n\n\nThe program included a tour of the Museum of the Earth\, where students viewed a rich collection of exhibits\, including the Morasko meteorite\, fossils\, and materials illustrating the region’s geological history. The meeting provided an important introduction to geological processes and their impact on environmental development. \n\n\n\nThe next element of the visit was a workshop on soil\, led by Prof. Karolina Lewińska\, Prof. Barbara Mackiewicz\, and the LOESS team. Participants learned about different soil types\, using the colour index\, distinguishing between clay and loess\, and methods for determining pH. The workshops were practical – students independently conducted measurements of soil samples collected in the field. \n\n\n\nAn important component of the meeting was the presentation of a participatory AR application that supports the collaborative mapping and analysis of environmental data. This tool enables the integration of scientific knowledge and user activities\, thereby strengthening education and public engagement in  ​​soil conservation. \n\n\n\nThe visit was not only informative but also experiential and collaborative. Participants developed research skills by combining knowledge of natural sciences and artistic practices. The meeting aligns with the goals of EU Mission Soil\, promoting awareness of the importance of soil and supporting the development of sustainable practices through education\, collaboration\, and engagement. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/future-of-soil-education-when-education-means-action/
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOP “Soil Health. Innovations for Sustainable Cropping Systems. Research Meets Industry”
DESCRIPTION:Rimini\, Italy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nSoil health as a driver of sustainable cropping systems 🌱 \n\n\n\nThe sustainability of cropping systems is intrinsically linked to soil health\, an increasingly pivotal factor for agricultural stakeholders. \n\n\n\nOn April 22\, at Macfrut\, Ri.Nova(@linkedin Ri.Nova) organized a joint workshop in collaboration with ENEA (@linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/enea-2/ ) and CINSA (@linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/consorzio-cinsa-587843102/) titled “Soil Health. Innovations for Sustainable Cropping Systems. Research Meets Industry” in which 50 people participated. \n\n\n\n Technical experts and farmers engaged in a knowledge exchange on applied practices and solutions developed within the European projects Multisoil (@linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/multisoil/) and Spin-Fert (@ linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/spin-fert/posts/?feedView=all ).  \n\n\n\nFollowing an overview of the Spin-Fert project\, the workshop presented results from semi-field and open-field trials assessing the performance and adaptability of a peat-free growing substrate\, as well as the efficacy of biostimulants under nutrient stress conditions in agricultural systems. \n\n\n\nConsiderable attention was also devoted to technological innovations for sustainable soil management\, with a specific focus on the tools that the project SpinFert is developing to monitor soil biodiversity and soil health\, as well as the valorization of agri-food by-products as soil improvers within the framework of the DELISOIL project. \n\n\n\nThe discussion underscored the central role of multifunctional soil biodiversity\, while addressing local constraints and exploring the opportunities and limitations of emerging agronomic practices. \n\n\n\nA valuable opportunity to connect research and practice\, generating actionable insights to support the future development of more sustainable agricultural systems. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/workshop-soil-health-innovations-for-sustainable-cropping-systems-research-meets-industry/
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SUMMARY:SPIN-FERT at Earth Day in Torino: Soil\, Memory\, and Collective Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Torino\, Italy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, April 25\, SPIN-FERT joined the celebrations of Giornata della Terra in Torino\, hosted in the beautiful Royal Palace of Turin Gardens. Organised around Earth Day (April 22)\, the event brought together citizens\, science\, and sustainability in the heart of the city. \n\n\n\nAs part of the programme\, we presented Breath of Soil – Memory Nexus\, an art–science activity that invited participants to reflect on their personal connections to soil through memory and sensory experience. The response was remarkable: in just a few hours\, we collected a rich constellation of “Memories\,” demonstrating how deeply soil resonates across individual and collective narratives. \n\n\n\n🌿 At the same time\, we engaged visitors in discussions on the importance of peat-free and peat-reduced growing substrates\, highlighting their role in protecting biodiversity and promoting sustainable resource use—key objectives of the SPIN-FERT project. \n\n\n\n🧬 The collected memories will now be transformed into a new RNA-based artistic structure\, soon to be shared on our website—bridging science\, art\, and lived experience in a truly transdisciplinary form. \n\n\n\n✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us in Torino and contributed their memories! \n\n\n\n👉 Stay tuned and follow SPIN-FERT / Art & Science for updates. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/spin-fert-at-earth-day-in-torino-soil-memory-and-collective-awareness/
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SUMMARY:Science in the Field: Students and CNR Researchers Together
DESCRIPTION:Rome\, Italy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOn April 28\, 2026\, the Research Area of the National Research Council (CNR) in Montelibretti (Rome) was transformed into an open-air laboratory. Students from a Roman high school took part in a “hands-on” scientific outreach day\, actively collaborating with CNR researchers. \n\n\n\nAn Experimental Agricultural Lab \n\n\n\nThe activities have been focused on an experimental field divided into two distinct plots\, designed to analyze the impact of agronomic practices on ancient and traditional cereal crops: emmer (farro)\, barley\, and solina wheat. \n\n\n\n\nPlot A: Fertilized.\n\n\n\nPlot B: Unfertilized (control plot).\n\n\n\n\nThis setup allowed the students to directly observe how soil nutrition influences plant growth and physiology. \n\n\n\nResearch Activities \n\n\n\nThe meeting was characterized by a multidisciplinary\, workshop-based approach\, focusing on several aspects described by the CNR researchers: in particular two topics have been analyzed by the researchers from the Institute for Biological Systems (CNR-ISB): \n\n\n\n1. Soil Conductivity Analysis (Soil Sensing) \n\n\n\nUnder the guidance of Valerio Muzzini (CNR-ISB)\, soil resistivity measurements were carried out by students using the four-wire technique with a modified linear array characterized by a 1:2:1 spacing ratio. A DC voltage was applied to the two outer electrodes using a polarity reversal technique to compensate for stray currents and parasitic galvanic potentials. This measurement is essential for understanding the soil’s ability to retain nutrients and water.  \n\n\n\n2. Bioacoustics: The Sounds of Plants \n\n\n\nCarmelo Cannarella (CNR-ISB) engaged the class in detecting audio signals and “sounds” generated through the plants. Using precision electrodes placed both on the leaves and in the soil\, students listened to and visualized variations in bio-electrical signals. This activity made it possible to investigate how plants react to different cultivation conditions (nutrient stress vs. abundance)\, revealing an invisible but detectable “language.” \n\n\n\nConclusions and Educational Impact \n\n\n\nThe experience allowed students to step out of the classroom and immerse themselves in the experimental scientific method\, addressing fundamental themes at the heart of the SPIN-FERT project research. It was not merely an observation exercise\, but a genuine data collection session that highlighted: \n\n\n\n\nThe importance of soil analysis for sustainable agriculture.\n\n\n\nThe physiological complexity of ancient cereals like solina wheat.\n\n\n\nThe use of innovative technologies (electrodes and sensors) to monitor ecosystem health.\n\n\n\n\nThe day concluded with a debate on the role of public research in ensuring food security and protecting biodiversity\, leaving the students with the realization that science is a living process made of questions\, measurements\, and continuous discovery. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/science-in-the-field-students-and-cnr-researchers-together/
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SUMMARY:SeedCon 2026 International Conference on the Seed Microbiome and Microbial Inheritance
DESCRIPTION:Potsdam\, Germany \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n🌱SeedCon 2026🌱 the first International Conference on the Seed Microbiome and Microbial Inheritance is now open for registration & abstract submission! \n\n\n\nFrom May 5–7\, 2026\, researchers & industry partners will gather at the Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy (ATB) in Potsdam\, Germany to discuss the latest advances in seed microbiome research and microbial inheritance\, bridging fundamental knowledge with agricultural applications. \n\n\n\n🌱 Register for the conference at https://seedcon.org/collection/registeration-timeline-and-costs  \n\n\n\n🌱Submit your abstract at https://seedcon.org/call-for-abstracts \n\n\n\n🌱All info on program\, speakers and travel details at https://seedcon.org/ \n\n\n\nWe encourage early registration to benefit from reduced fees and to secure your participation. Abstract submissions are welcome for oral and poster presentations across all relevant topics. \n\n\n\nPlease also feel free to forward this announcement to colleagues and networks who may be interested in joining SeedCon 2026 and contributing to the discussion.We look forward to welcoming you in Potsdam in May 2026! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/seedcon-2026-international-conference-on-the-seed-microbiome-and-microbial-inheritance/
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SUMMARY:"Spring of Flowers" Horticultural Fair
DESCRIPTION:Łosiów\, Poland \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThe “Spring of Flowers” Horticultural Fair took place in Łosiów from May 9-10\, 2026. It was one of the most important horticultural events in the region\, organized by the Opole Agricultural Advisory Center in Łosiów under the honorary patronage of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. \n\n\n\nInHORT the Institute of Horticulture – National Research Institute presented ongoing research and development projects and modern solutions for horticulture and agriculture. Among the initiatives presented was the SPIN-FERT project – “Innovative practices\, tools\, and products increasing soil fertility and replacing peat in horticultural crops.” \n\n\n\nAttending the fair provided an opportunity to promote the project’s objectives and engage with participants interested in sustainable solutions for horticultural production. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nW dniach 9–10 maja 2026 r. w Łosiowie odbyły się Targi Ogrodnicze „Wiosna Kwiatów” – jedno z najważniejszych wydarzeń ogrodniczych w regionie\, organizowane przez Opolski Ośrodek Doradztwa Rolniczego w Łosiowie pod honorowym patronatem Ministerstwa Rolnictwa i Rozwoju Wsi. \n\n\n\nWśród wystawców obecny był Instytut Ogrodnictwa – Państwowy Instytut Badawczy\, który prezentował realizowane projekty badawczo-rozwojowe oraz nowoczesne rozwiązania dla ogrodnictwa i rolnictwa. Wśród prezentowanych inicjatyw znalazł się projekt SPIN-FERT – „Innowacyjne praktyki\, narzędzia i produkty zwiększające żyzność gleby i zastępujące torf w uprawach ogrodniczych”. \n\n\n\nUdział w targach był okazją do promocji założeń projektu oraz rozmów z uczestnikami zainteresowanymi zrównoważonymi rozwiązaniami dla produkcji ogrodniczej. \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/spring-of-flowers-horticultural-fair/
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SUMMARY:Food Revolution 2026 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Mestre\, Italy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nFrom May 11–13\, 2026\, researchers\, industry partners\, and changemakers will gather at Venice-Mestre\, Italy to explore groundbreaking innovations and forge lasting partnerships that will revolutionize how we produce\, distribute\, and consume food globally. \n\n\n\nSPIN-FERT is part of the Food Revolution 2026 conference in Mestre (Italy) with Loredana Canfora (CREA) as invited speaker on the topic: Microbial inoculant success in soil: the importance of tracking inoculative species. \n\n\n\nAs a molecular biologist and biotechnologist in the field of soil microbial ecology Loredana Canfora is involved in the study of soil biodiversity\, microbial ecology\, integrated pest management\, evaluation of impact on soil microbial community\, and assessment of a new tool for the detection of bio-inoculants in soil.  \n\n\n\nPresentation: \n\n\n\nMicrobial inoculant success in soil: the importance of tracking inoculative species \n\n\n\nKey Points: \n\n\n\n• Are we truly certain the bioinoculant has established itself? \n\n\n\n• Monitoring the persistence of inoculated species in soil is essential to understand their efficacy\, optimise formulations\, and ensure safe and effective use.  \n\n\n\n• Innovative approaches are replacing conventional offerings with faster\, more accurate tools. \n\n\n\n• Innovative molecular tools enable rapid\, precise\, and cost-effective monitoring of microbial inoculants. \n\n\n\n• Hope or horizon? Aptamers-based tool in the monitoring of Bacillus subtilis in the field. \n\n\n\nLecture:May 11 \n\n\n\nStart 14:00 – Soil health \n\n\n\nMicrobial inoculant success in soil: the importance of tracking inoculative species \n\n\n\nhttps://www.foodrevolution.events/ \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/food-revolution-2026-conference/
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SUMMARY:🌱 SPIN-FERT General Assembly 26-29 May 2026 in Nantes: Advancing Sustainable Soil Solutions Together
DESCRIPTION:Nantes\, France \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis week\, the SPIN-FERT consortium gathered in Nantes\, France\, for the General Assembly hosted by consortium partner CTIFL. Over three intensive days\, researchers\, industry partners\, growers\, and innovation experts from across Europe came together to review progress\, share results\, and plan the next steps toward healthier soils and peat-free horticulture.  \n\n\n\nThe meeting brought together all SPIN-FERT work packages\, covering:🔬 Development of innovative biostimulants and peat-free substrates🌱 Demonstration of sustainable soil management practices in horticultural systems📊 Advanced tools for rapid soil quality assessment🌍 Soil biodiversity and ecosystem services for policy support📣 Communication\, dissemination\, training\, and stakeholder engagement♻️ Sustainability assessment of innovative products and cropping systems  \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\nThe General Assembly also included discussions with the European Commission Project Officer\, opportunities for collaboration with other Mission Soil initiatives\, and a visit to CTIFL field trials\, which provided valuable insights into practical implementation and demonstration activities.  \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\nA big thank you to CTIFL for hosting this inspiring meeting and to all consortium partners for their continued commitment to building a more sustainable future for European horticulture. Special thanks to Dea Hvilium and her Team!!! \n\n\n\n🌱 Together\, we are cultivating healthier soils\, reducing peat dependency\, and advancing innovative solutions for resilient food systems. \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/%f0%9f%8c%b1-spin-fert-general-assembly-26-29-may-2026-in-nantes-advancing-sustainable-soil-solutions-together/
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SUMMARY:Bedrohung / Zagrożenie / Menace
DESCRIPTION:ZAK Centre for Contemporary Art in Berlin \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nORCH’IDEA Premieres in Berlin \n\n\n\nDeveloped within the framework of the SPIN-FERT\, the immersive interactive installation ORCH’IDEA demonstrates how artistic research can communicate complex scientific and environmental challenges to broad public audiences. Created by Joanna Hoffmann (FASSF-ASN)  in collaboration with Andre Bartetzki (sound\, light\, programming) and Norberto Hernandez (programming)\, ORCH’IDEA transforms the delicate life cycle of an imaginative orchid into a collective interactive journey. Participants cooperate to guide the orchid through three essential stages—nutrition\, energy acquisition\, and pollination—experiencing first-hand the interdependence between plants\, soil microorganisms\, insects\, climate\, and human actions. \n\n\n\nRather than presenting ecological challenges as abstract scientific concepts\, ORCH’IDEA enables visitors to experience how healthy ecosystems depend on cooperation and to illustrate the risks posed by soil degradation\, climate change\, and the loss of ecosystem services. \n\n\n\nBy combining interactive technologies\, immersive audiovisual environments\, and scientific knowledge\, ORCH’IDEA exemplifies SPIN-FERT’s commitment to innovative science communication and public engagement. The installation encourages visitors to reflect on how sustainable soil management contributes not only to agricultural productivity but also to the resilience of entire ecosystems. \n\n\n\nPresented within the international exhibition Bedrohung / Zagrożenie / Menace\, ORCH’IDEA reaches audiences beyond the scientific community\, fostering dialogue between research\, art\, and society. The exhibition explores contemporary threats facing humanity and the environment\, providing an ideal context for communicating the goals of the Mission Soil initiative and the importance of protecting Europe’s soils. \n\n\n\nThrough ORCH’IDEA\, SPIN-FERT demonstrates how artistic practice can strengthen public understanding of soil health\, stimulate environmental awareness\, and inspire collective responsibility for a more sustainable future. \n\n\n\nORCHIDEA website: https://artscience-node.com/orchid/  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/bedrohung-zagrozenie-menace/
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SUMMARY:SPIN-FERT at the World Biodiversity Forum 2026 Davos: Exploring Soil Through Science\, Memory and Smell
DESCRIPTION:WORLD BIODIVERSITY FORUM\, DAVOS \n\n\n\nhttps://worldbiodiversityforum.org/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThe SPIN-FERT project participated in the World Biodiversity Forum 2026 in Davos\, Switzerland\, contributing to the dialogue on biodiversity\, sustainability\, and environmental stewardship through the interactive art-and-science workshop “The Breath of Soil: Memory Nexus” by Prof. Joanna Hoffmann (FASSF-ASN) \n\n\n\nThe World Biodiversity Forum brings together scientists\, policymakers\, practitioners\, and civil society representatives from around the world to exchange knowledge and develop solutions for biodiversity conservation and sustainable futures. Within this international context\, SPIN-FERT presented an innovative participatory experience that connected soil science with sensory perception\, memory\, and creativity. \n\n\n\nLed by Joanna Hoffmann (Art & Science Node / FASSF)\, with a contribution from Samuel Bickel (TU Graz)\, the workshop introduced participants to the hidden world of soil biodiversity and the crucial role of microorganisms in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Participants learned about soil health challenges\, the objectives of the EU Mission Soil\, and emerging technologies for soil monitoring\, including electronic smell detectors that can analyse volatile compounds released by soil microbiomes. \n\n\n\nThe workshop invited participants to explore soil through the sense of smell. Soil samples provided by ENOMONDO as well as collected from the Congress environments\, were presented for sensory exploration\, encouraging participants to reflect on the memories\, emotions\, and associations evoked by each scent. The exercise highlighted how soil is not only a biological resource but also a cultural and emotional medium that connects people to landscapes\, places\, and personal histories. \n\n\n\nThese reflections became the basis for the collective creation of a new Memory Molecule—a collaborative molecular poem inspired by RNA\, often described as one of the fundamental molecules of life. The resulting structure captured shared memories and experiences associated with soil and biodiversity\, demonstrating how artistic methodologies can complement scientific knowledge and foster deeper engagement with environmental issues. \n\n\n\nThe newly created Memory Molecule will be added to the growing Memory Nexus Archive (https://artscience-node.com/memory-nexus-archive/)\, a digital collection documenting collective memories inspired by soil. In a later stage\, the molecule will also be produced as a biodegradable bioplastic object and returned to the soil\, symbolising the cyclical relationship between memory\, life\, and ecological processes. \n\n\n\nThe workshop demonstrated the potential of interdisciplinary approaches to address complex environmental challenges by combining scientific research\, sensory experience\, and artistic practice. By cultivating empathy\, curiosity\, and understanding\, “The Breath of Soil: Memory Nexus” encouraged participants to reflect on the often-overlooked biodiversity beneath our feet and on the importance of protecting soil as a living foundation for ecosystems\, food production\, and human well-being. \n\n\n\nApart from the workshop\, Joanna Hoffmann participated in the OASIS exhibition accompanying the Forum\, presenting her immersive VR work RhiZone: [M-Other]\, inspired by underground rhizosphere networks. (https://artscience-node.com/art-mycorrhizal-wealth-of-karpaty-spun-expedition-joanna-hoffmann/) \n\n\n\nThe Breath of Soil: Memory Nexus is part of the Horizon Europe Mission Soil project SPIN-FERT – Innovative practices\, tools and products to boost soil fertility and peat substitution in horticultural crops. \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/spin-fert-at-the-world-biodiversity-forum-2026-davos-exploring-soil-through-science-memory-and-smell/
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SUMMARY:SPIN-FERT at the 7th National Field Days\, Poland
DESCRIPTION:Szepietowo \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 19-21\, 2026\, Szepietowo hosted the 7th National Field Days\, organised by the Podlasie Agricultural Advisory Centre. The event brought together farmers\, advisors\, representatives of the scientific community\, and all those interested in modern and sustainable agriculture. \n\n\n\nThe National Institute of Horticultural Research (INHORT) participated in the event as part of the exhibition “From Knowledge to Innovation – Agricultural Advisory in Practice\,” organised in the Science and Advisory Zone. INHORT staff organised a horticultural knowledge competition for students and educational workshops on topics such as soil analysis and rational fertilisation\, which are related to SPIN-FERT activities. \n\n\n\nThe “Horticulture” zone featured dissemination materials and research projects with implementation potential\, SPIN-FERT. Visitors could learn about the activities carried out in the project and the innovations that are under development. This provided an excellent opportunity to promote the institute’s scientific and implementation achievements in the project\, present modern horticultural solutions\, and exchange experiences between science\, agricultural consulting\, and business practice. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/spin-fert-at-the-7th-national-field-days-poland/
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SUMMARY:CIGR–EurAgEng World Congress 2026
DESCRIPTION:Turin\, Italy \n\n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThe CIGR – EurAgEng 2026 Conference covers a broad range of scientific and engineering topics addressing current and emerging challenges in agricultural and biosystems engineering. \n\n\n\nSPIN-FERT is taking part in the conference with a submitted oral presentation by CREA: \n\n\n\nViolino S.\, Figorilli S.\, Canfora L.\, Manfredini A.\, Moscovini L.\, Pallottino F.\, Antonucci F.\, Costa C.\, Furmanczyk E.M.\, Popinska W.\, Pepe A.G.\, Miglio E.\, Del Santo F.\, Sala S.\, Malusa E. Data-Driven Chemical-Physical Soil Quality Index And Visualization Tool.  \n\n\n\nFor more information on the schedule of the conference please visit the website: \n\n\n\nhttps://www.cigr-eurageng-2026.org/homepage/ \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/cigr-eurageng-world-congress-2026/
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SUMMARY:SPIN-FERT at the FAO Global Conference on Sustainable Plant Production and Smart Farming
DESCRIPTION:SPIN-FERT  presented the latest developments of the SPIN-FERT Horizon Europe project at the FAO Global Conference on Sustainable Plant Production and Smart Farming. \n\n\n\nPresentation by Dr Loredana Canfora from CREA focused on a key challenge for the successful adoption of microbial biofertilisers and biostimulants: how can we verify that beneficial microorganisms actually establish and persist in soil under real field conditions?  \n\n\n\nWithin SPIN-FERT\, CREA id developing aptamer-based detection tools for rapid\, selective monitoring of soil microorganisms\, with a first proof-of-concept for Bacillus subtilis\, one of the most widely used beneficial bacteria in agriculture. These innovative biosensing technologies could support farmers\, researchers and companies in optimising bioinoculant application\, improving traceability and enhancing the effectiveness of sustainable agricultural practices. \n\n\n\nThe conference was an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas with experts from around the world and discuss how smart farming technologies can contribute to more resilient\, productive and sustainable agricultural systems. \n\n\n\n🔬 From monitoring microbial persistence to enabling smarter agronomic decisions\, SPIN-FERT is working to bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and field application. \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n Created by ASN
URL:https://spinfert.eu/event/spin-fert-at-the-fao-global-conference-on-sustainable-plant-production-and-smart-farming/
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