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Why did 1,000 Swiss citizens bury their underpants?

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Swiss citizens buried cotton underpants in a nationwide experiment to assess soil health across the country. The study, published in Plants People Planet, found that soil management practices significantly impact biological activity and quality, underscoring the importance of healthy soils for agriculture and ecosystem services. This research highlights the need for sustainable land use practices to preserve soil health and food security.

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