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Saving Brazil's rainforest, while helping farmers and ranchers thrive

Full Text:Brazilians destroy native habitats for two major reasons: to grow soybeans and to raise cattle. In 2004, facing pressure from international organizations and internal protests, the country began to curb deforestation. The rate of forest destruction slowed until 2008, then rose until 2016.... Далее

Greenhouse 'conveyer belt' could advance food production

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New understanding of elephant genome may aid conservation efforts

Full Text:Elephants -- the largest living terrestrial mammal -- began walking the surface of the Earth 5 to 10 million years ago in Africa. Today, there are fewer than 500,000 elephants alive, making this group of iconic animals a highly protected species -- especially in Africa where the perils of... Далее

Hidden 'rock moisture' possible key to forest response to drought

Full Text:A little-studied, underground layer of rock may provide a vital reservoir for trees, especially in times of drought, report scientists funded by the National Science Foundation. The study looked at the water stored inside the layer of weathered bedrock that lies under soils in mountain... Далее
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