Unlike Mediterranean ecosystems, where vegetation has evolved strategies to withstand fire, the volcanic soils of Arequipa—one of the driest regions in the world—are not adapted to wildfire ...

A wildfire that burned nearly 2,000 hectares of shrubland on the Pichu Pichu volcano in southern Peru has led to severe and lasting soil degradation, according to a new study. Researchers from Miguel ...

Photograph by Gregor Lengler, laif/Redux “The harsh environment, minimal rainfall, and volcanic soils cause the vines to produce lower yields, leading to intensely flavored and aromatic grapes ...

Unlike Mediterranean ecosystems, where vegetation has evolved strategies to withstand fire, the volcanic soils of Arequipa—one of the driest regions in the world—are not adapted to wildfire ...

Feb. 6, 2025 — A study has identified key genetic pathways in corn that help its roots branch out to find water in soil; the varieties adapted to temperate regions like the U.S. corn belt showed ...

Unlike ecosystems adapted to fire, the arid, volcanic soils of this region are ill-equipped to recover, leading to severe soil degradation and hindering the long-term health of the ecosystem. This ...

Sep. 30, 2024 — The Hunga Tonga underwater volcano was one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history, and now, two years later, new research has revealed its main ... Extinct Volcanoes a ...

A 'biological universe' exists in a gram of soil. Find out how the soil biota within this tiny universe transform energy, create and modify their habitat, influence soil health, and aid in the ...