How the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs made ants into farmers

Ted Schultz, a curator of ants at the Smithsonian, shares his insights into the fascinating world of fungus-farming ants. He discusses how these ants cultivate fungi much like humans farm crops, creating a symbiotic relationship that dates back to the catastrophic asteroid impact 66 million years ago. Schultz explains their complex farming techniques, including the challenges they face and their evolutionary strategies. This captivating conversation sheds light on the intertwined histories of both ants and human agricultural practices.