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Agriculture An international research team led by the University of Copenhagen, Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the University of Nottingham has discovered how plant roots penetrate compacted soil by deploying a well-known engineering principle. The finding could have major implications for future crop development at a time when pressure on agricultural land is increasing.

Groceries A new study reveals an unfortunate effect of supermarkets' popular "2 for 1" offers: Not only do they make us buy more, these offers also lead to food waste at home. Food waste is a huge global problem - both economically and climatically. The UN estimates that one third of all food goes to waste.

The future of farming isn't just about giant tractors and airborne drones. Even the humble seed analysis is now stepping into the digital age. A new study from Aarhus University and the Tystofte Foundation shows how artificial intelligence and image recognition could revolutionise one of agriculture's most manual tasks.

HEALTHY AGING Researchers have examined the relationship between healthy aging and various diets. Particularly, a plant-based diet with a low to moderate intake of healthy animal proteins is associated with healthy aging. If you want to be healthy and vigorous at 70, it's worth considering what you eat much earlier.

Trees Denmark's Green Tripartite Agreement aims to plant trees in an effort to restore nature and reduce agricultural land. However, a new study from Malawi shows that trees can do more than just capture CO2 - they can also contribute to healthier diets, enhance food security, add vibrancy to local economies and protect against climate change.

Wetlands While the restoration of natural areas is high on political agendas, a comprehensive new study from the University of Copenhagen shows that - after more than two decades - biodiversity growth has stalled in restored Danish wetlands. The results also suggest that time alone will not heal things because the areas are too small and dry, and nitrogen inputs from agriculture continue.