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Joshua Shavit

The power of compost - making waste a climate champion

Instead of relying just on mineral fertilisers, PCS involves supplementing the right type of compost with nutrients to match the soil needs.

Joshua Shavit

A little piece of Washington state blasted into space this week

A tiny piece of rural Washington state—and some of its “inhabitants”— blasted off into space from Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

Joseph Shavit

Lunar first: Scientists grow plants in soil from the Moon

Scientists have grown plants in soil from the Moon, a first in human history and a milestone in lunar and space exploration.

Joseph Shavit

Lunar soil has the potential to generate oxygen and fuel

Soil on the moon contains active compounds that can convert carbon dioxide into oxygen and fuels, scientists in China report.

Joseph Shavit

Low-cost AI soil sensors could help farmers curb fertiliser use

Technology could help growers work out the best time to use fertiliser on their crops and how much is needed considering weather and soil.