Plants, ocean, and the soil all capture and store carbon. The soil of the Everglades, called peat, is largely made up of waterlogged, decomposing plant and animal materials.

And soil advertised as "peat-reduced" or "low peat" may still contain a lot of peat. According to Germany's Agency for Renewable Resources (FNR), they can contain as much as 70% peat.

New research from the American Society of Agronomy reports that the Everglades are sinking. According to scientists who have been studying the unique landscape for over 65 years, soil subsidence, ...

These soils contain up to 80% organic matter, making them unique to the region and a vital resource to its vibrant agricultural economy. Histosols are also sometimes called bog or peat soil.

By end-2023, data from the peat agency showed 816,235 hectares (about 2 million acres) of peatland had been restored, including 223,258 hectares (551,683 acres) in Riau.

HARRISBURG, Pa. — As you get your garden ready this year, there is a type of soil additive that may be doing more harm than good: peat. Naturally found in bogs, peat has some large environmental ...

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Beyond Peat™, a line of sustainable, peat-free soil mixes, has announced the nationwide launch of their newest product, Bio-Fiber™ Organic ...