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BetterSoil Methodology

Sustainable agriculture / Conservation and biodiversity

The BetterSoil Methodology addresses soil degradation by improving soil fertility, increasing yields, enhancing water retention, biodiversity and climate resilience, and reducing chemical dependency for smallholder farmers.

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Company Established Year

Since 2024

Who is this solution for

Govt, Business, Individual, NGO, Everyone

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To find distributors
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Project Status

In commerce

Looking to expand internationally

Yes

Doing business in

Europe, Africa

Awards and certifications

ESA BIC Baden-Württemberg

2025

Funded by European Space Agancy Business Incubation Centre Baden-Württemberg

Google Startups for Sustainable Development

2024

Part of the Google programme Startups for Sustainable Development

Product description

The BetterSoil Methodology is a comprehensive, hands-on approach to soil regeneration designed to increase biodiversity, water retention, carbon storage, and food security.

It integrates four key principles: soil management, composting, biochar and agroforestry.

A healthy soil is strong, fertile, and full of life. betterSoil shows you that everyone can help improve our soils. Higher quality of soil increases yields and protects the climate and environment. Whether you're in a small garden or on a large farm, you can increase humus content in your soil with betterSoil's four principles: soil treatment, compost, biochar, and agroforestry.

BetterSoil provides training, implementation support, and long-term guidance to ensure the sustainable adoption of these practices.

The methodology is currently being implemented in Europe and Africa, countries like Kenya, Ethiopia, Burkina Faso, France and Germany, with plans for expansion.

It is grounded in scientific research and practical testing, offering scalable impact in terms of both climate mitigation and socio-economic resilience. This solution not only addresses ecological degradation but also empowers communities to become active agents of environmental change.

Key characteristics and environmental benefits

Key Characteristics

  • Integrates composting, mulching, agroforestry, green manure, and organic farming

  • Designed for smallholder farmers and adaptable to local conditions

  • Builds on traditional knowledge and practices

  • Increases humus content and overall soil fertility

  • Reduces dependency on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides

  • Provides training and long-term implementation support

  • Scientifically grounded and field-tested

  • Scalable and cost-effective for rural communities

  • Promotes community-led ecological stewardship

  • Applicable in diverse climates and geographies


Environmental Benefits

  • Improves soil structure and long-term fertility

  • Enhances water retention and reduces erosion

  • Increases biodiversity above and below ground

  • Boosts carbon sequestration in soils

  • Supports climate change mitigation and adaptation

  • Reduces greenhouse gas emissions from chemical inputs

  • Strengthens resilience to drought and extreme weather

  • Decreases land degradation and desertification

  • Promotes healthier ecosystems and natural cycles

  • Contributes to sustainable food systems

 

About the Company

BetterSoil is a German-based organization that works to regenerate soil health as a solution to multiple environmental and human challenges. BetterSoil integrates practical soil regeneration techniques such as soil treatment, composting, biochar, and agroforestry into smallholder farming practices. Their work supports improved food security, water retention, biodiversity, and carbon storage. BetterSoil sees soil as a key to unlocking climate resilience and a better life for farming communities. By combining scientific expertise, global partnerships, and on-the-ground action, they aim to restore ecosystems and empower farmers while addressing climate change at its roots — literally.

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