Etna’s Bounty: How Sicilian Farmers are Turning Volcanic Ash into ‘Black Gold’

Farmers on the slopes of Mount Etna are reimagining volcanic ash, once considered a costly nuisance, as a potent natural fertilizer. A new agricultural project in Sicily is demonstrating how this 'gift from the sky' can boost fruit production and reduce reliance on synthetic chemicals.

Liam O'Sullivan

February 26, 2026149 views

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