# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Soilathon: United by soil driven by impact
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: A high-energy workshop bringing together scientists, farmers, farm advisors, agribusiness representatives, and policymakersAbout this EventSoilathon: United by soil, driven by impactAFBI is delighted to announce that we will be hosting a Soilathon event as part of the EU Soil Innovation Partnership on 2 July 2026.This high-energy, co-creation workshop will bring together scientists, farmers, farm advisors, agribusiness representatives, and policymakers to collaboratively develop practical, scalable solutions to a key challenge:“UK Agricultural Soils under Climate Change”The Soilathon is designed to inspire innovative thinking and teamwork. Participants will work together to generate ideas ranging from simple concepts and community initiatives to more advanced projects requiring expert input.Individuals and groups are welcome to come to the event. Teams will be created on the day to tackle identified, specific key challenges.Selected winning teams will have the opportunity to progress to the European Finals in September 2026, where they can further develop their ideas and explore future funding opportunities.Further details on the Soil Innovation Partnership and the Soilathon can be found here:? https://ejpsoil.eu/soil-innovation-partnership/Get ready to dig deep and connect at Soilathon! This in-person event is all about coming together to explore the power of soil and its impact on our world. Join fellow enthusiasts, experts, and changemakers for a day packed with fun, learning, and amazing opportunities to make a difference. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of a community united by soil and driven by real-world impact!This page will be updated with an agenda in the coming week.Agenda?: 10:00 AM - 04:30 PMAFBI SOILATHON event?: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMArrival and registration; tea and coffee?: 10:00 AM - 10:40 AMIntroduction to event and welcome from Soil Innovation Partnership?: 10:40 AM - 11:30 AMPresentations: Setting the SceneInfo: Overview of soil priorities from UK perspective; Soil Management - basics and position of soil management in NI; The significant challenges: 1. Soil Compaction: Knowledge into practice; 2. Soil runoff: Minimising nutrient loss; 3. Optimising phosphorus content of soil; 4.  Enhancing microbial activity in soil; 5. Indicators of soil health.?: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PMCoffee Break?: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PMGroup discussion: Identification of key challenges and opportunities?: 12:45 PM - 01:15 PMFeedback session followed by team breakout?: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PMLunch?: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PMPresentation of solutions and announcement of winning ideas?: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PMTour of facilities at AFBI's Renewable Energy Centre, Hillsborough?: 04:30 PMEvent close
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hillsborough/soilathon-united-by-soil-driven-by-impact/100001992148147737
- **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Contests, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes
  - Location: AFBI Hillsborough
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Hillsborough
- **state**: NI
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: AFBI Hillsborough
- **lat**: 54.4512051
- **long**: -6.073078600000031
- **full address**: AFBI Hillsborough, Large Park, Hillsborough, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Soilathon: United by soil driven by impact being held?
  - **A:** Soilathon: United by soil driven by impact takes place on Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm at AFBI Hillsborough, Large Park, Hillsborough, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Soilathon: United by soil driven by impact?
  - **A:** Soilathon: United by soil driven by impact is organized by Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Soilathon: United by soil driven by impact is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hillsborough, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Soilathon: United by soil driven by impact sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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