Growing plants is a net positive for the environment (less transportation costs, fresher food, and more nutrition). However, when done on a large scale, there are hidden environmental costs to the fertilizers used in the process. For a more sustainable future, we can leverage new innovations for cleaner fertilizer production, less waste, and more reuse of existing resources. Learn more in the infographic below and subscribe to stay ahead of emerging trends in science.

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