Intensive Farming: Friend or Foe to Biodiversity?

A new review argues that intensive agriculture is necessary to conserve global biodiversity and feed a growing human population. The study analyzed 2,500 species in different agricultural landscapes and found that high-yield, smaller-scale farming benefits most species. This challenges the current emphasis on 'wildlife-friendly' agriculture. However, experts caution about the negative impacts of intensification, including pollution and habitat loss. Some propose sustainable diets and reduced food waste as alternatives to intensive farming to restore nature without harming biodiversity.