A lifelong scholar who is well-versed on the issue of migration (both immigration and emigration), Bill Ryerson works with several organizations dedicated to improving the lives of those in need through addressing climate change, women’s rights, human health, and other global challenges. As president of the Population Media Center, Bill Ryerson works to spread positive social messages through the production of entertainment-education serial dramas. He is also a fellow at the Post Carbon Institute, an organization dedicated to anticipating and responding to environmental changes through fostering community growth and resilience.
Recently, Mr. Ryerson was quoted in an article on the website Truthout. “Agriculture on the Brink,” by Dahr Jamail, investigated the threats to agriculture caused by climate change. Mr. Ryerson spoke about his concerns over the effects of fertilizer on soil quality. He noted that farmers are using more and more fertilizer, but are not seeing a corresponding gain in effectiveness. Over time, fertilizer use can lower the quality of soil.
Recently, Mr. Ryerson was quoted in an article on the website Truthout. “Agriculture on the Brink,” by Dahr Jamail, investigated the threats to agriculture caused by climate change. Mr. Ryerson spoke about his concerns over the effects of fertilizer on soil quality. He noted that farmers are using more and more fertilizer, but are not seeing a corresponding gain in effectiveness. Over time, fertilizer use can lower the quality of soil.