The conversion of natural forests and grasslands to agriculture and livestock is the biggest cause of global biodiversity loss.
Deforestation and Grassland Conversion are the Biggest Causes of Biodiversity Loss
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The discovery of a 460 km river under the Antarctica ice sheet could be the missing link to climate models.
Planting and Management of Improved Grass in Tropical Savannas Can Increase Soil Carbon by 15 Percent, New Paper Finds
Scientists in Colombia show that well managed pasture can store more soil carbon while reducing nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions to offset the climate impact of livestock.
Study Uncovers Widespread and Ongoing Clearcutting of Swedish Old Forests
Almost one fourth of Sweden’s last unprotected old-growth forest was logged between 2003 and 2019.
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