
Biswajit
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Biswajit
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Water in the soil is the lifeblood of our food systems, yet tracking it globally is a massive scientific challenge. Recent research has highlighted how different technologies—from satellites in orbit to sensors in the ground—can often give us contradictory signals. By analyzing 23 different global datasets over four decades, scientists are working to bridge these gaps. The findings show a complex story: a general long term drying trend, but with surprising shifts toward wetter conditions in the last decade. This reminds us that soil is a dynamic, living system that reacts differently depending on the local environment. To protect our water security, we must continue to refine how we monitor soil health. Action Now: savesoil.org Citation: Carranza, C., Bechtold, M., de Jeu, R. A. M., et al. (2024). Global soil moisture products: A performance assessment across scales and regions. Remote Sensing of Environment. #SaveSoil












