Ozone Levels Bounce Back, Showing First Increase In 35 Years
NASA says that a ban on CFCs enacted in the 1980s has contributed to a 4 percent rebound since 2000 in atmospheric ozone in mid-northern latitudes.
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Iowa's Corn Farmers Learn To Adapt To Weather Extremes
Studies warn that climate change will threaten corn production in coming decades. Meanwhile, farmers are experimenting with new planting methods in hopes of slowing soil erosion from torrential rains.
Shifting Climate Has North Dakota Farmers Swapping Wheat For Corn
Projections suggest that climate change will hurt agriculture in most parts of the world. But some areas of the U.S. could actually see a benefit as corn production moves farther north.
Doughnut Day Downer: Palm Oil In Pastries Drives Deforestation
An environmental group is blasting Dunkin' Donuts and Krispy Kreme for buying palm oil from suppliers who destroy rain forest and peatlands. The group says sustainable palm oil should be used instead.
In Ranchers Vs. Weeds, Climate Change Gives Weeds An Edge
Invasive weeds are already a big headache for ranchers, who spend thousands of dollars to get rid of them. New research shows that a changing climate is likely to help many of these weeds thrive.
Heat, Drought Draw Farmers Back To Sorghum, The 'Camel Of Crops'
Consumers in search of novelty are turning to once-obscure grains like quinoa, spelt and sorghum. But sorghum's great virtue for farmers is the fact that it can thrive with so little water.
Is Climate Change the Global Challenge for Our Generation?
Every few generations, a challenge arises for leaders around the world.
Climate Scientists Offer Ways Global Warming Can Be Controlled
Climate scientists paint a grim picture of life on earth in just a few generations given the steady march of global warming.
Tropical Scientists Fear Climate Change Will Cause Loss of Species in Amazon Rainforest
The impact of global warming on the Arctic poles is well documented and easy to see. But scientists are just now beginning to understand the impact of rising temperatures on tropical forests
Biologists Studying Climate Change in Peru Discover Trees on the Move
Manu National Park in southern Peru is known as the most biologically diverse place on earth.