Grasslands and Wetlands Are Being Gobbled Up By Agriculture, Mostly Livestock

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By By Georgina GustinFeb 25, 2026, 5:00 am114 ptsTrending
A new study takes a first-of-its kind look at how farming converts non-forested areas and major carbon sinks into cropland and pasture. By Georgina Gustin Agriculture is widely known to be the biggest driver of forest destruction globally, especially in sprawling, high-profile ecosystems like the Amazon…

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