Soil plays a much bigger role in the spread of antibiotic resistance than one might imagine. Surprisingly, the ground beneath us is packed with antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs)—tiny codes that ...

World Soil Day is celebrated globally, with various events and activities to raise awareness about soil conservation and its sustainable management. World Soil Day 2024 theme is ‘Caring for Soils: ...

Every year, the world loses billions of tonnes of topsoil to overgrazing, deforestation, pollution and other threats. That, say experts, is a worrying trend. Soil supports the vast majority of the ...

World Soil Day, celebrated annually on December 5, highlights the indispensable role of soil in sustaining life on Earth. It draws attention to the urgent need to address soil degradation caused ...

Our planet’s survival depends on the precious link with soil. Over 95 percent of our food comes from soils. Besides, they supply 15 of the 18 naturally occurring chemical elements essential to ...