How can agriculture support water resilience in Europe?

In some regions, agricultural practices that degrade land are accelerating drought and desertification brought on by climate change. Indeed, the way land is used for growing food determines its ability to hold and store water over time, meaning agriculture can make or break water availability in certain areas.

Agricultural runoff is also one of the number causes of water pollution on the continent  Producing food in a way that supports both food and water security will be key to mitigating and adapting to the environmental crisis we face in the coming years.

Thankfully, a growing body of evidence suggests that nature-based solutions, such as holistic landscape restoration and regenerative agriculture, offer promising avenues for addressing these challenges head-on.  In this event, we will spotlight real-world examples of water resilience projects from across Europe.

These case studies will illustrate how restoring degraded landscapes, implementing regenerative farming techniques, and enhancing natural water retention capacities can yield significant benefits for both people and the planet.