Sprinkling limestone on farms may offer an unexpected climate win
144d ago
Science
New Scientist

A common agricultural practice, spreading crushed limestone on farmland to reduce soil acidity, may also offer a climate benefit. Research suggests this process enhances the soil's ability to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. This dual benefit could make limestone application a more attractive and widely adopted strategy for both improving crop yields and mitigating climate change. Further research is needed to quantify the full potential of this method and optimize its implementation.