This course addresses the main challenges and opportunities of modern agriculture through a deep understanding of soil as a living system. The content explores what truly means living soil, analyzing its definition, functions, and the importance of its biodiversity, as well as the ecological relationships that sustain its functioning. It delves into key concepts such as the soil-plant-animal-human connection under the "One Health" approach, soil biodiversity and its food web, ecological succession reflected in the fungi-bacteria relationship, and the role of microorganisms in nutrient cycles through the so-called "microbial bridge." Furthermore, it examines determining factors in soil vitality, such as the impact of chemical fertilization and the importance of organic matter in building healthy production systems.

Finally, the course connects theory with practice by introducing the principles of Regenerative Agriculture, presenting concrete tools for its implementation, such as the 5M approach, and methodologies for monitoring and measuring soil health through the Biological Fertility Index (BFI). The objective is to provide criteria and tools that enable progress toward more resilient, efficient, and regenerative production systems.

This course is aimed at professionals, students, technical advisors, and companies in the agricultural sector seeking to incorporate cover crops as a strategic component within their agronomic planning and management.