The fourth edition of the MONALISA Newsletter shares the latest highlights from our collective mission to combat land degradation and desertification (LDD) through science, collaboration, and innovation. This issue covers progress from our case studies, on-the-ground activities, and global dialogues that are shaping sustainable land management in the Mediterranean.

Project Spotlight: Los Pedroches Case Study (Spain)

The Los Pedroches region is at the forefront of applying and evaluating land restoration practices, including conservation agriculture techniques, innovative grazing management, organic fertilizer use, and restoration of natural and agroecosystems

Recent Activities

Insights from Asterousia Field Visit (Greece)

Insights from Co-Design Workshop in Berchidda-Monti (Italy)

Insights from Co-Creation Event in Crete (Greece)

Overview of the MONALISA partners participation at GEO Global Forum 2025 (Rome) and EGU General Assembly 2025 (Vienna)

Community & Events

Upcoming: Community of Knowledge – First Café Talk (June 6, 2025) and World Day to Combat Desertification Webinar (June 17, 2025)

Open Call for Young Researchers
Launching soon – inviting contributions on AI and remote sensing for sustainable land management solutions.

Upcoming Field Visit in Los Pedroches (Spain) June 10–11, 2025

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