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Commentary: Biodiversity: Key to sustainably feeding a growing global population

from AgriPulse

Commentary: Biodiversity: Key to sustainably feeding a growing global population AgriPulse Biodiversity is essential for plant breeding, pollination and diversity of food. It sustains the ecosystems that underpin fertile soils and plant pollination, helping farmers grow healthy food. To increase awareness and understanding of biodiversity issues, the United Nations (UN) has proclaimed May 22 the International Day for Biological Diversity. Beyond its role in increasing food production, conserving biodiversity and enriching wildlife, biodiversity also helps preserve genetic diversity, improve carbon sequestration in soil, mitigate floods and give people the chance to enjoy nature. READ MORE

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