Crop residue burning has impacts beyond pollution study finds disruption in microbial biodiversity, increased pests and fertiliser use

Category : Air Pollution | Location : International  | Posted on 2025-08-25 02:55:35

While the air pollution impacts of crop residue burning are well known, a new study has found that the practice also has severe consequences for agroecological biodiversity, driving pest outbreaks in agricultural fields.

Source: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/wildlife-biodiversity/crop-residue-burning-has-impacts-beyond-pollution-study-finds-disruption-in-microbial-biodiversity-increased-pests-and-fertiliser-use