Intensive Agriculture: A Necessary Evil for Biodiversity and Food Security?

A review suggests that intensive agriculture is needed to balance biodiversity conservation and feeding a growing population. Analyzing 2,500 species in various agricultural settings, the study finds that high-yield, smaller-scale farming benefits most species. This challenges the focus on wildlife-friendly agriculture. However, experts caution about negative impacts such as pollution and habitat loss. They propose sustainable diets and reduced food waste as alternatives to restore nature without harming biodiversity.