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Eco Check: Soil destruction and food scarcity

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April 16, 2021

Healthy soil is vital for the world's growing food needs – but 33 percent of earth globally is in a very poor condition. That's causing problems, from food shortages to erosion – a major issue in sub-Saharan Africa.