The SoilFER Geospatial Platform launched at UNCCD COP16

The SoilFER Geospatial Platform was officially launched on December 5th at UNCCD COP16. This open-access platform offers comprehensive geographic information on the suitability of opportunity crops identified by the Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils (VACS). By integrating detailed data on soil properties and crop requirements, the platform serves as a valuable resource for farmers, policymakers, and scientists worldwide, enabling informed soil and crop analysis on a global scale. The crop modeling approach leverages decades of expertise from FAO and the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA), who collaboratively developed the Agro-Ecological Zones (AEZ) framework and database, grounded in extensive experience in land evaluation. This foundation is further strengthened by FAO’s expertise in innovative digital solutions designed to align with end-users' priorities.

See the recording to the Launch here.

Read more about SoilFER project here