Over a thousand years ago, the Maya civilization was dealing with an unpredictable climate. In response to natural obstacles including overpopulation and drought, the Maya developed intricate farming ...

Maize (corn) is a major dietary staple in Maya communities past and present because of its reliability, potential for surplus ...

University of Cincinnati researchers found evidence of sustainable agriculture and forestry spanning a millennia in one ancient Maya city. UC researchers used genetic and pollen analyses to provide ...

Soils, especially those in tropical forests, play an important role in absorbing carbon and keeping it out of the atmosphere; the world’s soil currently holds about twice as much carbon as the air.

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. Unlike the estimated 200 acres of farmland that was paved ...