Protected Areas May Not Support Essential Soil Fungi for Plant Health
While global conservation efforts protect 17.4% of land for wildlife, these areas may not adequately support the soil fungi vital for plant health.
Editorial Staff
1 min read
Updated 7 days ago
Governments worldwide designate land for conservation to protect plants and animals. This includes wilderness reserves and resource management zones that may permit industrial activities.
Despite these efforts, research suggests that such protected areas often do not benefit the soil fungi that are crucial for the health of plants.
As conservation strategies evolve, it may be necessary to consider the needs of soil ecosystems to ensure the overall health of plant life.