Food Tank

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Without well-nourished soil, “the global issues of climate change and food security cannot be addressed,” says soil scientist Dr. Rattan Lal. He’s the recipient of the World Food Prize and a Distinguished University Professor of Soil Science at The Ohio State University. And they’re pushing innovation.

Food 122

Food Ranching Grain Crop Rotation 122

Sustainable Harvest International

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

“ “My philosophy has always been that the health of soil, plants, animals, people, and the environment is one.” ” — Rattan Lal, professor of soil science + 2020 World Food Prize Laureate Conventional, or industrial, agriculture uses chemicals to defend crops from weeds, certain insect species, and diseases.

Compost 59

Compost Fertilizer Crop Food 59

Food Environment and Reporting Network

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The Streys had studied geography and soil science at Leibniz University Hannover in Germany. At home, they ran in local punk circles, and a trace of anti-establishment nonconformity has colored their work in agriculture. They did want to improve the lives of the farmer; this was sincere passion.”

Pesticide 74

Pesticide Crop Agriculture Agriculture 74