Nature and climate

We work to restore the connections between people, nature and a healthy climate, bringing together farmers, communities and businesses to build a future where nature, climate and people can thrive.

Nature and climate issues

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Soil health

Soil feeds us, stores carbon and supports billions of living organisms. Yet we are losing healthy soil faster than it can form. Find out why soil matters, how to protect it at home and how Soil Association is working to save it.
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River pollution

Agriculture is the single largest cause of river pollution in the UK, contributing 40% of all pollution. Fertilisers, pesticides and antibiotics from intensive farming are contaminating our waterways. Find out how intensive farming is causing the damage and what agroecological solutions can help.

Climate in crisis

Food and farming account for up to a third of global greenhouse gas emissions. Find out how intensive livestock farming and synthetic fertilisers are driving climate change, and why transforming the way we farm is one of the most powerful solutions we have.
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Bee decline

Bees pollinate the crops that feed us and support ecosystems that all life depends on. 35 bee species face extinction in the UK and 71% of butterflies are in decline. Find out why bees matter and what is putting them at risk.

Take action for nature

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Sign the petition

Help us take glyphosate out of the food chain

We're calling on Government to ban the use of glyphosate as a pre-harvest drying agent, and support farmers to transition to pesticide free, nature-friendly alternative practices.
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Sign the petition

Stop killing our rivers

Add your name to call on the government to stop agricultural pollution killing our rivers, by tackling excess phosphorus from intensive farming, protecting wildlife, and restoring rivers so they are clean, healthy and full of life again.
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Donate

Save our soil

Our soil is in crisis. Intensive farming practices are destroying it at an alarming rate. We work with farmers, lobby government and raise awareness to protect this vital resource. Find out more and make a donation today to support our work.
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Stop poison poultry

The UK farms a billion chickens a year, almost all fed on soya imported from Latin America where toxic pesticides are poisoning wildlife, rivers and farmers. Find out what we are doing to tackle the pesticides in our poultry supply chain.
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Programmes and services

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Innovative Farmers

A network of farmers and growers running on-farm trials on their own terms. Join field labs, share what works and access the latest farmer-led research to help you make practical changes on your farm.
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Soil Association Exchange

Exchange supports farmers to adopt practices that make them more resilient and profitable, through robust data, tailored advice and new funding opportunities.

Cool Food Pro

A free online environmental calculator that helps caterers reduce the environmental impact of their menus. Set targets, measure savings and make changes across sourcing, meat reduction and food waste. Over 1,000 caterers have already signed up.
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Land Trust

The Soil Association Land Trust safeguards productive land donated by retiring farmers and landowners, ensuring it continues to be farmed organically and agroecologically for future generations. Find out how it works and how to get involved.
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AI 4 SOIL HEALTH

An EU project using AI to help farmers measure soil health without the need for laboratories.
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NBSOIL

An EU project training soil advisors across Europe in nature-based solutions for soil health.

Our areas of work

Nature and climate is one of 4 areas where Soil Association focuses its efforts. Explore the others.

Championing organic

We champion organic farming and food as one of the most powerful ways to restore nature, improve health and build a more sustainable food system - working with businesses, farmers and communities to make it more accessible for everyone. Find out how we are championing organic.

Farming and forestry

We aim to transform how land is farmed and managed, supporting farmers, growers and foresters to adopt nature-friendly practices that restore soils, protect wildlife and help create a sustainable future for everyone. Find out how we are changing farming and forestry.

Food

Everyone should have the right to good, healthy and affordable food, grown and produced in a nature-friendly way. We work with caterers, schools, businesses and communities to implement lasting change to fix food for all, from farm to fork. Find out how we are transforming the food system.