Dr. Khalid Mahmood is a leading figure in sustainable agriculture and soil science, currently serving as the Partnerships and Development Manager at the British Society of Soil Science. With a strong track record in the agritech and environmental sectors, he combines scientific rigor with practical innovation to address global challenges in food security and climate resilience. As Co-Founder of SAWiE, he has been pivotal in developing data-driven platforms that empower over 10,000 farmers in Pakistan, particularly in reducing Scope 1 and scope 3 emissions for the supply chains. His leadership at Rothamsted Research has focused on minimizing agriculture’s carbon footprint, especially in the livestock and rice sectors. Trained as an agricultural economist with a PhD from the University of Göttingen, Dr. Mahmood brings deep expertise in soil health, climate-smart practices, and sustainable development. Recognized as one of the Net Zero 50 leaders, he has cultivated global partnerships with universities, governments, and research institutions, using soil as a foundation for innovation in regenerative agriculture, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem restoration.