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Soil biodiversity: a nature-basedsolution

Forms soil andimproves soil structure

Is a source of medicines andsupports human health

Contributes to remediate soil pollution

Helps to mitigate and adapt to climate change

Maintains and restores ecosystems

Enhances water retention and purification

Supports nutrient cycling, plant growth and productivity

Improvesresilience against

pests and diseases