The IUCN has adopted Motion 007 on Soil Security Law, creating the world’s first model legal framework for soil protection.
The resolution will guide over 90 countries in developing national laws focused on soil conservation, regenerative agriculture, and legal accountability for soil health.
The motion was co-sponsored by international soil conservation organizations and think tanks.
This marks the first formal recognition by a global conservation body that soil security is essential for food, water, biodiversity, and climate resilience.
Following adoption, the IUCN will form a working group to develop concepts for an international convention or global legal instrument on soil security.
The proposed Model Soil Security Law will help countries integrate soil protection into agriculture, climate policies, and ecosystem restoration programs.
Since January 2025, consultations have been held with multiple countries to promote awareness and comprehensive soil protection measures.