Wildfires in South America: International research team identifies agriculture as a key driver

A new study highlights the close connection between agricultural production and wildfires in South America’s Gran Chaco region. According to the findings, many of these fires are linked to deforestation and grazing.

07. April 2026
Brandrodung Gran Chaco
Slash-and-burn farming is particularly common in the Gran Chaco during drought years. (picture alliance / imageBROKER | Florian Kopp)

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Letzte Aktualisierung: 07. April 2026