Field experiments at UNIBO investigate agronomic management practices for soya bean cultivation
As part of the MICROBIOMES4SOY project, field experiments conducted at the University of Bologna (UNIBO) are evaluating the impact of different agronomic management practices on soya bean cultivation. Three distinct management systems—conservation, conventional, and organic—were tested. To capture the diversity of soya bean traits, five different varieties were chosen for the experiments and organised into […]
MICROBIOMES4SOY Visioning Workshop: Transition pathways for a sustainable food system
On October 23, 2024, the MICROBIOMES4SOY project hosted an online workshop, bringing together a dynamic group of stakeholders to spark dialogue and action around sustainable food production and human health. This initial workshop marked a key step in developing transition pathways for a healthier planet, focusing on advancing microbiome-based knowledge and solutions within the soya […]
Joining the Microbes4SustainableFoods (M4SF) Cluster
Microbiomes4Soy proudly participates in Microbes4SustainableFoods (M4SF), a collaborative cluster of EU-funded projects working toward healthier food systems and sustainable agriculture. Together, the M4SF members focus on the role of microbiomes throughout food value chains, supporting human and environmental well-being. In October 2024, Microbiomes4Soy joined the cluster as an associated member to further the cluster’s mission to advance […]
2nd Forum on Fermented Foods 2025
The COST Action PIMENTO project is organising the “Second Forum on Fermented Foods” which will take place in Málaga (Spain), between 5th-7th February 2025 at the School of Medicine, University of Málaga. After the success of the First Forum on Fermented Foods in 2023, a Second Forum on FF will be organized to share the knowledge on […]
MICROBIOMES4SOY Soil Sampling Campaign: Collecting Agricultural Soil Across Europe
In collaboration with European farmers, the MICROBIOMES4SOY project has successfully completed a large-scale soil sampling campaign across multiple countries, paving the way for research on how soil microbiomes may affect soya bean cultivation. This research aims to compare plant growth, performance, and resistance to environmental stressors, offering valuable insights into how microbiomes influence crop success. […]
What’s Important for Vegetarians and Vegans to Eat (EUFIC Article)
A well-planned plant-based diet can provide all the essential nutrients required for good health, but it’s important to pay attention to specific nutrients that might be harder to obtain from plants. MICROBIOMES4SOY partner, The European Food Information Council (EUFIC) wrote an article on “What’s Important for Vegetarians and Vegans to Eat” to provide practical advice […]
Is Eating Soya Bad for the Environment? (EUFIC Article)
Soya has become a key component of plant-based diets, but concerns persist about its environmental impact, including deforestation and biodiversity loss. MICROBIOMES4SOY partner, The European Food Information Council (EUFIC) wrote an article on “Is Eating Soy Bad for the Environment?”. The article, aiming to reach consumers throughout Europe, provides insights into the environmental challenges of soya production […]
Is Soya Good or Bad for You? Here’s What the Science Says. (EUFIC Article)
Soya has sparked widespread debate in health and nutrition circles — some praise it as a nutritional powerhouse, while others question its safety. MICROBIOMES4SOY partner, The European Food Information Council (EUFIC) wrote an article entitled “Is Soy Good or Bad for You? Here’s What the Science Says”, providing an in-depth, evidence-based exploration of soya’s role […]
Meet the Experts Behind the MICROBIOMES4SOY Project!
The SciFoodHealth YouTube channel features a 4-part video series featuring engaging insights from the from the perspective of the experts, scientists and researchers at the forefront of the MICROBIOMES4SOY project. Listen as our experts share innovative applications, from harnessing microbiomes to enhance soybean resilience and nutritional quality, to developing soya-based diets and aquafeeds that support […]
miCROPe International Symposium 2024
Our MICROBIOMES4SOY coordinator Angela Sessitsch is one of the organisers of the miCROPe conference in Vienna. The miCROPe 2024 conference on microbe-assisted crop production was held from July 15-18, 2024 and covered the role of soil and plant microbiomes in agriculture, focusing on nutrient delivery, stress tolerance, and pathogen control. The event aimed to connect […]
