MFL Science Program Tests Soil Carbon Measurement Tool in Tunisia for Agroecology Practices
The Multifunctional Landscapes (MFL) science program, part of the One CGIAR initiative, is advancing soil health innovations in Tunisia. Recently, the program participated in the AgriTech4Tunisia Innovation Challenge, where it showcased a new tool, the SOC spectrometer, designed for rapid soil organic carbon (SOC) monitoring. This handheld device offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional lab tests, using a spectrum of LEDs to capture soil data. Following the challenge, the MFL team conducted field tests at the Bourbia station in Tunis, collaborating with the National Agricultural Research Institute of Tunisia (INRAT). The goal is to adapt the tool for local conditions and develop guidelines for land management and carbon market investments. 
