The research team took a close look at a 2012-2013 drought and flood cycle that affected much of the Midwestern U.S., leading to a nitrogen spike in surface water
Although agricultural improvements have boosted food production in the past 50 years, drought and salinization threaten more than half of the planet’s arable land
According to researcher, some producers say they are seeing less light-colored syrups historically classified as "fancy grade" and more dark and amber syrups during warm years
The scientists experimentally warmed an array of ponds over seven years by 4-5ºC and studied the impacts on greenhouse gas emissions and rates of metabolism
“Most people may not realize this, but there are about 20 million people in the country who access drinking water that isn’t treated,” Florida State University researcher says