This threatens massive losses in crop and seafood production over the coming decades that could mean food shortages for hundreds of millions of people. So concludes an alarming new study.

"For maximum crop production we need artificial drainage, in the form of tiles and ditches, across much of Illinois. Unfortunately, nitrate can be lost from the rooting zone with tile water," said ...

A serene and detailed view of an agricultural field, showcasing cultivated crops and farming activities. The footage highlights the beauty of rural landscapes, with neatly arranged plants, fertile ...