Healthy Soils

Abstract

Techniques like soil conservation, cover crops, composting and mulching can revive degraded farm soils, stop erosion and manage weeds. Crop rotation combats nutrient losses and crop diseases. Researchers can play a crucial role to help local communities to conserve native plants that stop soil erosion, or to promote, multiply and distribute beneficial soil microorganisms. Local companies can promote the use of earthworms, while farmer-to-farmer videos help to share knowledge about homemade solutions for enhancing soil health, and pave the way for a more sustainable and productive agricultural future.