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Scientists have produced the first global map of the planet’s underground fungal network.
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scientists, Dr Justin Stewart, Dr Toby Kiers, Dr Merlin Sheldrake
What
Scientists have produced the first global map of the planet’s underground fungal network.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:51:43 GMT · 3h 42m ago
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Why
This global map provides insights into the distribution of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi networks, which play a critical role in plant sustenance, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem health.
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How this affects you
The newly mapped fungal networks, crucial for carbon sequestration and plant health, are significantly degraded in croplands and vulnerable wild grasslands, highlighting an urgent need for conservation to help mitigate climate change and ensure food security.
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