According to the study, soil erosion rates are highest in Asia, Africa, and South America, and are lowest in the United States and Europe. Although soil erosion has occurred throughout history, it has intensified in recent years. We do not wish to impoverish the environment any further, and yet we cannot for a moment forget the grim poverty of large numbers of people. The environment cannot be improved in conditions of poverty. Nor can poverty be eradicated without the use of science and technology.
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