The soil beneath our feet is often forgotten and sometimes thought to be limitless and indestructible. But in fact, soil is key to feeding people, and in preserving the planet we live in. 

However, data by the Food and Agricultural Organisation shows that over 33% of soils worldwide are already degraded, and if nothing is done to preserve it, a shocking 90% of the world’s soil will be degraded by 2050.

On this episode of Climate Connections, Rattan Lal, Distinguished University Professor of Soil Science, The Ohio State University - shares the secrets of the humble soil, which he dedicated over five decades to study, and what can be done to conserve and restore this precious resource.

Feature produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting ([email protected])
Voiced by: Audrey Siek
Photo credits: Ohio State Alumni Magazine, Rattan Lal 
Music credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors

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