Depletion of Ukraine’s Soils Threatens Long-Term Global Food Security
Ukraine's soil nutrient depletion could impact crop production, affecting global food security.
Beyond disrupted food exports, the war jeopardizes Ukraine's long-term ability to remain Europe's 'breadbasket' due to soil nutrient loss.
More nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium are being removed from soils via harvested crops than added back in.
This is caused by reduced fertilizer access during the war and inefficient farming practices, exacerbated by military activity.
Author's summary: Ukraine's soil depletion threatens global food security.
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