Intensive Farming May Be Better for Biodiversity, Study Finds

A new review suggests that intensive agriculture is more effective in conserving global biodiversity and feeding a growing human population compared to wildlife-friendly approaches. The study, analyzing 2,500 species in various agricultural landscapes, found that high-yield, smaller-scale farming benefited most species. This challenges the current focus on wildlife-friendly agriculture, but experts warn about the negative impacts of intensification such as pollution and habitat loss. Some argue for sustainable diets and reduced food waste as alternatives to intensive farming to restore nature without harming biodiversity.