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Soil: The Hidden World That Feeds Us
3 Apr
Summary
- Soil generates nearly all the calories humans consume.
- It functions as a biological engine and carbon sink.
- Experts discuss soil health amid intensive farming challenges.
A hidden, living world beneath our feet is fundamental to our survival, generating an estimated 97% of the calories we consume.
This biological engine acts as a critical carbon sink, teeming with bacteria, insects, and worms.
Experts are delving into how soil is formed, its current state under intensive farming, and pathways to restore its full health. Discussions involve leading academics and farmers addressing these challenges.
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