Rooted to Earth is a podcast by SAE Innova.
On each episode, we dive into our connection with nature and the landscapes that sustain us. Through deep conversat...
Beyond Net Zero: A Farmer’s Perspective (Prof. John Gilliland)
In Episode 4 of Rooted to Earth, we’re joined by John Gilliland, a sixth-generation farmer and advocate for sustainable agriculture with a legacy in policy, academia, and innovation. Recently appointed to the EU’s Soil Mission Board and serving as an advisor to the UK Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board, John brings a broad perspective to his mission of creating resilient, regenerative landscapes. As a leader of the ARC Zero project, his own farm is a model for "Beyond" Net Zero practices, where willow cultivation, livestock grazing, and renewable energy initiatives work together in a circular system.
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A vision for organic agriculture in France (Florence Arsonneau - FiBL France)
Join us on this third Rooted to Earth's episode as we talk with Florence Arsonneau, Director of FiBL France, on how FiBL works with farmers directly on their land, engaging in applied research that combines scientific rigour with real-world practices.
Listen in to discover how FiBL France contributes to knowledge transfer, providing farmers with research-backed solutions that foster resilience in agriculture and the mission of GOV4ALL’s Solvi'Terra Living Lab on making soil health central to sustainable farming.
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Turning deserts into food forests (Vesela Tanaskovic Gassner - Afforest4Future)
In this second episode of Rooted to Earth, we speak with Dr. Vesela Tanaskovic Gassner, a pioneering eco-science entrepreneur and founder of Afforest4Future. Renowned for her efforts in desert greening and afforestation, Vesela is committed to turning degraded landscapes into thriving ecosystems. Her mission centers on knowledge transfer and education, empowering communities to understand and combat desertification.
With her deep commitment to bridging scientific knowledge and local wisdom, she emphasizes the need to make desertification a familiar concept and to involve communities directly in restoration efforts.
Join us as Vesela shares how reconnecting with nature, preserving native species, and fostering environmental awareness can transform the future of our landscapes.
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Reclaiming our connection to nature (Christiana Gardikioti - Meraki People)
With a background in acting, education, and financial consulting, Christiana Gardikioti—founder & CEO of Meraki People—envisions a "bio-economy" that bridges scientific knowledge with daily life. Her mission is to reconnect people with nature and transform abandoned Greek villages into hubs of sustainable living, community resilience, and environmental stewardship.
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Welcome to Rooted to Earth
Welcome to Rooted to Earth, a podcast by SAE-INNOVA.
This is a space for real conversations— from farmers and scientists to community leaders and innovators—each of them working to bring nature back into balance. Developing practical solutions, bridging the gap between science and practice, and putting people at the heart of these changes.
Rooted to Earth is a podcast by SAE Innova.
On each episode, we dive into our connection with nature and the landscapes that sustain us. Through deep conversations with farmers, scientists, and innovators that are rethinking how we work with nature, we highlight the inspiring actions they’re taking to restore balance to our food systems, ecosystems, and climate—bridging science and practice to regenerate the natural world.
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