Salty soils are causing reduced crop density, lower yields and barren lands unable to sustain crop growth. Sea level rise, ...

Farmers apply nitrogen fertilizers to crops to boost yields, feeding more people and livestock. But when there's more ...

WITH the cost of living crisis showing no signs of easing, many homeowners are looking to make better use of their homes and gardens. Rather than heading out to a pub garden to enjoy the sunshine, ...

This layer, known as mulch, helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, add nutrients to the soil, and protect plant roots from temperature extremes. As the UK braces to return to cooler, wetter ...

A new study led by the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) found that large-scale contrasts in soil moisture, spanning hundreds of kilometers, can trigger atmospheric changes that enhance both ...

A fascinating new concept map of the UK's first ever Universal Studios theme ... is set to be the first of its kind on British soil, with a host of immersive experiences - from thrilling roller ...

A new map has revealed the extent of the damage caused by a wildfire in Galloway. Forestry and Land Scotland have released the graphic from OpenStreetMap, which shows acres of countryside were ...

This is the astonishing moment a driver plunged 40ft off an unfinished bridge after getting confused by Google Maps, before making a miraculous landing. Rudie Heru Komandono, 61, had set up his ...

The UK faces as much as 54 hours of snow next week - as weather maps and charts turn an icy blue, white and purple hue. There will be some snow in central to north Scotland (Aberdeen, Inverness, Fort ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

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