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NATO tests giant grass to restore Ukraine's war-damaged soil; may break down explosive residue
Published 24 July 2026 ยท europe
Scientists in the Czech Republic are testing giant Miscanthus, a fast-growing perennial grass, to see if it can help restore Ukraine's war-damaged farmland. Backed by
Scientists in the Czech Republic are testing giant Miscanthus, a fast-growing perennial grass, to see if it can help restore Ukraine's war-damaged farmland. Backed by a NATO project, the research aims to remove pollutants from contaminated soil, improve soil health and eventually make the land suitable for farming again while producing biomass for renewable energy.
Published: July 24, 2026 โข 1:43 PM IST ยท Updated: July 24, 2026 โข 3:03 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Scientists in the Czech Republic are testing giant Miscanthus, a fast-growing perennial grass, to see if it can help restore Ukraine's war-damaged farmland.
Backed by a NATO project, the research aims to remove pollutants from contaminated soil, improve soil health and eventually make the land suitable for farming again while producing biomass for renewable energy.