Unsustainably losing ground

Pasquale Borrelli (), Francis Matthews, Philipp Saggau, Antonio J. Manzaneda, Panos Panagos (), Konstantinos Kaffas and Christine Alewell
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Pasquale Borrelli: Roma Tre University
Francis Matthews: Roma Tre University
Philipp Saggau: Roma Tre University
Antonio J. Manzaneda: Unit of Ecology
Panos Panagos: Joint Research Centre (JRC)
Konstantinos Kaffas: Roma Tre University
Christine Alewell: University of Basel

Nature Sustainability, 2025, vol. 8, issue 9, 986-989

Abstract: Mediterranean olive groves, which have long been symbols of tradition and culinary heritage, now reveal warning signs of rapidly declining soil health across Europe’s agricultural landscapes. Driven by intensive farming, climate pressures and policy gaps, accelerating soil loss threatens both ecosystem health and rural livelihoods, signalling a critical need for sustainable soil management and adaptive strategies.

Date: 2025
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