How volcanic rocks may help farmers grow crops

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How volcanic rocks may help farmers grow crops

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Published on Oct 13, 2023, 1:14:05 PM
Total time: 00:12:41

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Enhanced rock weathering is a method that uses crushed volcanic rock to improve soil health. Ann Leslie Davis is a freelance science writer and recently covered the issue for Modern Farmer. We hear more from Davis about her reporting, how volcanic rock dust can help overworked soil and how farmers feel about using the method.

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