Why is soil microbiology important?

Posted on August 28, 2020   by Microbiology Society

As part of our ‘A Sustainable Future’ policy project, we spoke to Professor Matthew Goddard from the University of Lincoln about his research into the soil microbiome. In this video he tells us more about the importance soil microbes in agriculture, the impact of chemical fungicides and why microbes are vital for more sustainable food production, and thus achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

 

Find out more about the 'A Sustainable Future' polocy project and soil health on our website.