Microplastics reduce soil fertility and boost production of a potent greenhouse gas, study shows

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Oct 1, 2025, 12:56 pm124 ptsTrending
More than 90% of plastic waste ends up in the soil, where it breaks down into microplastics that are invisible to the naked eye. Microplastic pollution of the soil poses a severe threat to soil health as it can harm essential microbial communities and reduce crop yields. The presence of these tiny plastics may…

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