What's the difference between soil and dirt? Put simply, it's a matter of life and death!

While that may seem like a bold statement, it is the living microorganisms that reside in soil that contribute to healthy plants, livestock, farms and ultimately nutritious food for people. Without these microorganisms, we're left with dirt and you can't grow good food in dirt!

Taking place on World Food Day 2021, join the FarmED team on a journey into the hidden world beneath our feet, for a day of inspiring talks and group discussions, a farm walk, soil testing practicals and a nutritious and seasonal lunch.

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In this module you will come to appreciate soil as an ecosystem, full of different organisms that make up the soil food web.

You will learn how healthy soils are fundamental for our food system to function, and therefore for humans to thrive on earth.