Soil Yourself September! 'Soil is not Dirt!'

Soil is one of the most complex ecosystems on the planet. A single teaspoon of healthy soil can contain 10 billion organisms, and the activity of all of these creatures creates the conditions necessary for all life on Earth. But soil is poorly understood and mostly invisible to the planet's largely urban population. Reversing degradation of soils, most importantly through agricultural practices that work with rather than against natural systems, is critical for meeting our most existential challenges: food, water and energy security, climate change abatement, biodiversity protection and human health. In this session, Eli will introduce the amazing universe that is healthy soil, why it's so important, and how farmers can and must be at the centre of regenerating our most precious natural asset.

Join Eli for a fascinating talk!

Eli Court is the CEO of Soils for Life, an organisation that works to support Australian farmers to regenerate soils and landscapes. A skilled communicator, a builder of bridges and a person who loves to bring people together to work towards a common cause, Eli understands the reality and challenges of farming and is deeply committed to soil and landscape restoration. He has over a decade of experience in the non-profit sector working on climate and sustainability research, policy and engagement. He was previously Engagement Director at Farmers for Climate Action and System Lead (Food, Land and Oceans) at ClimateWorks Centre, as well as holding a range of roles in energy systems, community building, policy, advocacy and law.