There’s never a bad time to celebrate soil—it’s an incredible living ecosystem and a foundation for much of the food, fiber, and fuel we use every day. But if there was ever a time when celebrating soil seemed particularly important, it might be now. And it’s not just because another World Soils Day has rolled around. Read more >

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On World Soils Day, Five Fun Facts About the Underdog of Natural Resources
Andrea Basche, Kendall Science Fellow
December 5, 2016 2:52 PM EDT
Happy World Soils Day! We seem to hear a lot about the importance of clean water and clean air, but soils less frequently get the attention they deserve. Read more >