Sixteen civil society organizations have launched an urgent appeal against the proposed European regulation that would deregulate new GMOs (NGTs/TEAs), eliminating requirements for traceability, labelling, and risk assessment. This proposal threatens food sovereignty, agricultural biodiversity, and the survival of...
English subtitles available The Biodiversity Festival, held on June 1st at the Articulturae farmers’ market in Manziana (Rome), marked another significant milestone in the journey of Terrae Vivae. This initiative aims to nurture ecological communities centered on local,...
Vandana Shiva At the heart of the ecological and social crisis we are experiencing today lies a simple yet revolutionary truth: biodiversity is life. It is not only the foundation of our food, our soil, our health, our landscapes,...
Beyond the Forest: Exploring Everyday Biodiversity In addition to exploring the richness of forest ecosystems, our educational journey with young people extended to meadows, field edges, and the urban and peri-urban spaces surrounding their school. This immersive itinerary engaged...
A day-long immersive excursion on regenerative agriculture took place at Fattoria Faraoni, in the countryside around Sutri. The participants, a group of young students, had the opportunity to explore a local food system with high regenerative potential. The program...
On this Mother Earth Day, we remember how deeply connected all life is and why it’s urgent to develop an ecological awareness that respects and honors our living Earth. The many environmental and social crises we face today come...
In a landmark decision for biodiversity and food sovereignty, Mexico has passed a constitutional reform prohibiting the planting of genetically modified (GMO) corn. The reform of articles 4 and 27 cements Mexico’s position as the center of origin of...
English subtitles available Water is a fundamental element of life, essential for ecosystems, food production, and human well-being. However, the industrial agricultural model has turned it into a resource that is increasingly scarce and polluted, accelerating desertification, biodiversity loss,...
Over the course of the project, the 40 young participants embarked on an immersive journey of discovery, exploring the profound interconnections between soil, ecosystems, and human communities. The activities began in the classroom, where students analyzed the local landscape...
Immersive experiences at Le Bricchiette Organic Farm offered young project participants a unique opportunity to understand the meaning of equity in production, ecologically, socially and ethically. Elena, the farm owner, conveyed a clear message through her own farming: every...