Biosolutions and biodiversity: rethinking agriculture for a balanced ecosystem
Agriculture and biodiversity have always been intertwined. The bees that pollinate our crops, the microorganisms that enrich our soil, and the natural predators that help regulate pests all form part of a vast, yet delicate ecosystem that supports food production. However, in recent decades, the drive for higher yields has led to the widespread use of synthetic agrochemicals, often at the expense of this biodiversity.