“Overview Effect” — These Images Get You Hooked on Planet Earth
Located in China’s resource-rich but moisture-poor Xinjiang region, the Taklimakan Desert is a dismal location for agricultural activity. However, the sandy landscape is incredibly rich with potash. This form of potassium salt provides a major nutrient required for plant growth, making it a key ingredient in fertilizer. The salt is farmed in massive solar ponds that vibrantly extend across the landscape for more than 13 miles. | Daily Overview
