Glinka World Soil Prize

Glinka World Soil Prize
DescriptionRecognition of direct contributions to soil preservation, food security, and poverty alleviation
CountryInternational
Presented byFood and Agriculture Organization (FAO) - Global Soil Partnership
RewardsUSD 15,000 and gold-plated medal
Websitehttp://www.fao.org/world-soil-day/glinka-world-soil-prize/en 

The Glinka World Soil Prize is an annual prize awarded since 2016 to researchers for their direct contributions to preserving the environment, food security, and poverty alleviation. The winner receives a USD 15000 check and a Glinka gold-plated medal.

The prize is named in honour of the Russian soil scientist Konstantin Glinka (1867-1927). It is awarded by the Global Soil Partnership of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization.

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