Jordan turns to ancient fire and mines volcanic soil to solve water crisis

Jordan turns to ancient fire and mines volcanic soil to solve water crisis

In the volcanic highlands of northern Jordan, north of Amman engineers are mining a natural resource not for energy, but for agriculture. The material: crushed volcanic rock, now processed into a mineral-rich soil that may hold the key to reducing water and fertilizer demand in arid regions. The post Jordan turns to ancient fire and…

Meala FoodTech and dsm-firmenich Launch Vertis PB Pea, A Plant-Based Meat Alternative

Meala FoodTech and dsm-firmenich Launch Vertis PB Pea, A Plant-Based Meat Alternative

With manufacturing already underway in Europe, the Vertis PB Pea launch signals Meala’s readiness to scale internationally. The company plans to expand into North America and Asia over the next 18 months, as plant-based brands increasingly prioritize formulation efficiency and transparency. The post Meala FoodTech and dsm-firmenich Launch Vertis PB Pea, A Plant-Based Meat Alternative…

Climate, Not Just People, Is Driving Central Asia’s Desertification, Study Finds

Climate, Not Just People, Is Driving Central Asia’s Desertification, Study Finds

In a sweeping analysis of drylands across Central Asia, scientists have found that natural environmental forces—particularly declining snow levels and rising temperatures—are more responsible for desertification than human activity. The post Climate, Not Just People, Is Driving Central Asia’s Desertification, Study Finds appeared first on Green Prophet. Everyone wants smooth skin with a healthy glow….

Easy Fermented Vegetables

Easy Fermented Vegetables

Learn how to make Easy Fermented Vegetables at home with this gut-healthy recipe. No fancy tools needed! Just fresh veggies and a little patience. The post Easy Fermented Vegetables appeared first on Budget Bytes. I get a lot of requests for low-carb and/or gluten-free options when it comes to home cooking. I get it; it’s…

Iraq’s Ancient Water Wisdom Faces a Modern Reckoning

Iraq’s Ancient Water Wisdom Faces a Modern Reckoning

The land between the Tigris and Euphrates was once a wellspring of invention. Thousands of years before modern irrigation, the Sumerians, Akkadians, Babylonians, and Assyrians carved canals, engineered flood basins, and developed qanat systems—ingenious underground channels that carried water from mountain springs to distant farms. The post Iraq’s Ancient Water Wisdom Faces a Modern Reckoning…

They Call Her Madam Torti. She Might Be the Only One Who Can Save Seychelles Turtles

They Call Her Madam Torti. She Might Be the Only One Who Can Save Seychelles Turtles

Sea turtle expert Dr. Jeanne Mortimer warns that unchecked development on Assomption Island threatens Seychelles’ most critical nesting beach. With over four decades of research, Mortimer advocates for science-based, turtle-friendly development to protect endangered species. Her quiet, persistent work underscores the urgent need for conservation-led planning in fragile island ecosystems. The post They Call Her…