Welcome to our Carbon Farming Odyssey. A journey across uncharted territories where soil is not just earth, but a living asset. Together, we set sail across the vast ocean of sustainable agriculture, mapping new value chains and uncovering hidden opportunities, while cooperating and cultivating the future of farming.
This podcast is part of the Carbon Farming CE project, supported by the Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme and co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund. It is produced by the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation-State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland.
🇬🇧 English voice-over version. The original episode was recorded in Polish.
Can all agricultural soils store more carbon, or are there natural limits?
In Episode 8 of Carbon Farming Odyssey, Piotr Jurga from IUNG-PIB talks with Jacek Niedźwiecki, PhD, a soil scientist at IUNG-PIB, about why different soils have different capacities to store carbon and why protecting existing carbon stocks can be just as important as increasing them.
Drawing on examples from Poland and other European countries, Niedźwiecki explains how soil type, texture and organic matter influence carbon storage, and why carbon farming practices need to reflect local conditions. He also discusses the role of soil microorganisms, the importance of long-term soil monitoring and the need for solutions that improve soil health while remaining economically viable for farmers.
The podcast series Carbon Farming Odyssey is produced by the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation – State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland, within the Carbon Farming CE project, supported by the Interreg Central Europe Programme with co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund.
🔗 More about the project: https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/ (https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/)
3 Sept 2026
Carbon Farming Odyssey | Drought, soil carbon and the future of agriculture (English version)
🇬🇧 English voice-over version. The original episode was recorded in Polish.
How is climate change already reshaping agriculture in Central Europe?
In Episode 7 of Carbon Farming Odyssey, Piotr Jurga from IUNG-PIB talks with Jerzy Kozyra, PhD, an agrometeorologist also from IUNG-PIB, about drought, changing water availability and the role of soils in helping agriculture adapt to a changing climate.
From the carbon cycle and soil organic matter to regenerative agriculture and new opportunities for crop production, the episode looks at both the risks and opportunities climate change brings for farmers. It also considers why building more resilient farming systems will require not only new practices and technologies, but a broader shift in how we prepare agriculture for the future.
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The podcast series Carbon Farming Odyssey is produced by the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation – State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland, within the Carbon Farming CE project, supported by the Interreg Central Europe Programme with co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund.🔗 More about the project: https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/ (https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/)
3 Sept 2026
Carbon Farming Odyssey | Drought, soil carbon and the future of agriculture (Polish version)
🇵🇱 Original Polish version. This episode is also available with an English voice-over.
How is climate change already reshaping agriculture in Central Europe?
In Episode 7 of Carbon Farming Odyssey, Piotr Jurga from IUNG-PIB talks with Jerzy Kozyra, PhD, an agrometeorologist also from IUNG-PIB, about drought, changing water availability and the role of soils in helping agriculture adapt to a changing climate.
From the carbon cycle and soil organic matter to regenerative agriculture and new opportunities for crop production, the episode looks at both the risks and opportunities climate change brings for farmers. It also considers why building more resilient farming systems will require not only new practices and technologies, but a broader shift in how we prepare agriculture for the future.
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The podcast series Carbon Farming Odyssey is produced by the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation – State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland, within the Carbon Farming CE project, supported by the Interreg Central Europe Programme with co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund.🔗 More about the project: https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/ (https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/)
Welcome to the 6th episode of Carbon Farming Odyssey.
In this episode, Piotr Jurga (IUNG-PIB) talks with Augusto Semmelroth, Vice President at SLM Partners (https://www.slmpartners.com/), about regenerative agriculture in large-scale farming systems and the challenges of transitioning towards more sustainable land management.
The conversation explores how regenerative practices are being implemented on large farms, including examples from Australia, and how farmers can improve soil health, water efficiency and long-term productivity while adapting to changing environmental and economic conditions. It also highlights the importance of innovation, long-term thinking and farmer mindset in driving the transition towards regenerative agriculture.
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The podcast series Carbon Farming Odyssey is produced by the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation – State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland, within the Carbon Farming CE project, supported by the Interreg Central Europe Programme with co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund.
🔗 More about the project: https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/ (https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/)
16 Mar 2026
Carbon Farming Odyssey | Regenerative farming, soil health and farmer-led climate action
Welcome to the 5th episode of Carbon Farming Odyssey.
In this episode, Piotr Jurga (IUNG-PIB) talks with Mateusz Ciasnocha, a farmer and advocate for regenerative agriculture, about the role farmers can play in addressing climate challenges while maintaining productive and resilient farming systems.
The conversation explores how agricultural practices influence soil health, carbon sequestration and long-term farm sustainability, while also highlighting the practical challenges farmers face when balancing productivity, environmental responsibility and economic realities.
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The podcast series Carbon Farming Odyssey is produced by the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation – State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland, within the Carbon Farming CE project, supported by the Interreg Central Europe Programme with co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund.
🔗 More about the project: https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/ (https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/)
3 Mar 2026
Carbon Farming Odyssey | Paris Agreement, global climate governance and food systems
Welcome to a new episode of Carbon Farming Odyssey.
In this episode, Piotr Jurga (IUNG-PIB) talks with Tomasz Chruszczow, senior Polish climate diplomat and former EU lead climate negotiator, about the Paris Agreement and its implications for agriculture, food systems, and global climate governance.
The conversation explores how climate policy connects food production, energy systems and land use, and why short-term economic decisions can gradually undermine long-term soil health and food security. It also examines food waste as a structural imbalance linked to infrastructure and energy access, and discusses why coordinated global climate action is essential — with farmers playing a central role in implementation.
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The podcast series Carbon Farming Odyssey is produced by the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation – State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland, within the Carbon Farming CE project, supported by the Interreg Central Europe Programme with co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund.
More about the project: https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/ (https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/)
2 Feb 2026
Carbon Farming Odyssey | Data-driven carbon farming and farm-level reality
Welcome to the third episode of Carbon Farming Odyssey.
In this episode, Piotr Jurga (IUNG-PIB) talks with Yannick Delvaux from Soil Capital Ltd., about how carbon farming and sustainability programmes work in practice and how farmers can be supported through data-driven approaches.
Drawing on his experience working closely with farmers, Yannick explains why the quality of field-level data is essential for reliable models and meaningful insights. The conversation highlights the gap between policy-driven payment schemes and on-farm reality, and explores why sustainability must be measured beyond carbon, including soil health, water quality, biodiversity, and socio-economic well-being.
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The podcast series Carbon Farming Odyssey is produced by the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation – State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland, within the Carbon Farming CE project, supported by the Interreg Central Europe Programme with co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund.
More about the project: https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/ (https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/)
29 Dec 2025
Carbon Farming Odyssey | Organic farming, carbon awareness and the role of consumers
Welcome to a new episode of Carbon Farming Odyssey.
In this episode, Piotr Jurga (IUNG-PIB) talks with Dr Bettina Fähnrich, Senior Researcher at Naturland – Association for Organic Agriculture, about the role of organic farming in building resilient soils and supporting climate-smart agriculture.
Drawing on her research and hands-on experience with organic farmers, Bettina explains why carbon farming is closely linked to humus development, consumer awareness, and long-term sustainability. The conversation highlights how knowledge transfer, cooperation along the value chain, and trust from consumers can motivate farmers to adopt climate-friendly practices.
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The podcast series Carbon Farming Odyssey is produced by the Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation – State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland, within the Carbon Farming CE project, supported by the Interreg Central Europe Programme with co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund.
More about the project: https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/ (https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/)
1 Jan 1970
Carbon Farming Odyssey | Advisory systems, soil knowledge and cooperation
Welcome to the first episode of Carbon Farming Odyssey.
In this episode, Piotr Jurga from IUNG-PIB talks with Maria Grazia Tomassini from Ri.Nova about how carbon farming concepts can be translated into practice.
Drawing on real-life experience, Maria Grazia Tomassini explains that carbon farming is not only an agronomic issue, but also a social, environmental, and policy-related challenge, and illustrates how collaboration helps bring solutions closer to farmers.
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The podcast series Carbon Farming Odyssey is produced by Institute of Soil Science and Plant Cultivation – State Research Institute (IUNG-PIB), Poland, within the Carbon Farming CE project supported by the Interreg Central Europe Programme with co-financing from the European Regional Development Fund.More about the project: https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/ (https://www.interreg-central.eu/projects/carbon-farming-ce/)
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