India, June 1 -- Experts at a CSE webinar warn that soil biological health remains a critical blind spot in Indian agriculture.

Evidence shows degradation due to pesticides, monocropping, residue burning and excessive fertiliser use.

Integrating biological indicators into national soil monitoring, scaling affordable tests and promoting agro-ecological practices vital.

These can help restore productivity, cut emissions and improve nutritional security.

Earlier this week, the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) organised a webinar on 'Improving Soil Biological Health' to discuss its latest report on the issue. The webinar brought together a panel of leading scientists, policy experts, and industry innovators to discuss the report's...