Historically, conventional agriculture has accelerated soil erosion to rates that exceed that of soil formation (Table 2). Erosion is often accelerated by agricultural practices that leave the ...

The study, by Dr. Frank Van Oost and colleagues at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven in Heverlee, Belgium, was titled 'The Impact of Agricultural Soil Erosion on the Global Carbon Cycle.' ...

resulting in greater productivity of plants in natural environments and agricultural settings. SOM improves soil structure and reduces erosion, leading to improved water quality in groundwater and ...

Farmers are at the forefront of regenerative practices because they see firsthand what it takes to grow and sustain life.

Buffer zones create boundaries between regions, enhancing water quality, preventing soil erosion, and supporting biodiversity. By incorporating trees, plants, flowers, water streams, and soil beds, ...

Sometimes soil scientists identify problems such as wetness and erosion that limit soil use. Often they write soil descriptions ... Employment for soil scientists usually falls into one of two sub ...

As pollution and climate issues worsen, farmers and agricultural workers often face challenges in maintaining the integrity of the land in their environment.

The Trump administration canceled a $3.1 billion grant program for climate-friendly crops, the Agriculture Department ...