If you’ve ever dug your hands into fresh earth and felt its cool, crumbly texture, you might have noticed the subtle, earthy ...

Rising global temperatures are driving the sharp decline in terrestrial water storage. This trend isn’t likely to change, scientists say.

The answer is not only in the plants we grow but also in the soil below. For decades, agriculture has been using chemical ...

Farm soil releases nitrous oxide unpredictably. A new study shows better tracking can reduce emissions and improve climate ...

Scientists have discovered a new phylum of microbes in the Earth's Critical Zone, an area of deep soil that restores water quality. Ground water, which becomes drinking water, passes through where ...

Soil and rocks returned from the moon's far side suggest it may be drier than the side constantly facing Earth ...

In remembrance of Pope Francis’ message urging the faithful to protect the environment and to celebrate Earth Day, here are ...