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Ability of a soil to sustain agricultural plant growth
Soil fertility refers to the ability of soil to sustain agricultural plant growth, i.e. to provide plant habitat and result in sustained and consistent
Soil_fertility
Substance added to soil to enhance plant growth
strips, can minimize these adverse environmental effects. Management of soil fertility has preoccupied farmers since the beginning of agriculture. Middle Eastern
Fertilizer
Soil type
holding capacity; however, the fertility of these soils can be optimized with liming and other farming techniques. Red soils are an important resource because
Red_soil
Systematic categorization of soils
A., Palm, C. A., & Buol, S. W. (2003). Fertility capability soil classification: a tool to help assess soil quality in the tropics. Geoderma, 114(3–4)
Soil_classification
Earth, a natural material
plants and soil organisms. Some scientific definitions distinguish dirt from soil by restricting the former term specifically to displaced soil. Soil consists
Soil
Crop planted to manage erosion and soil quality
planted to cover the soil rather than for the purpose of being harvested. Cover crops manage soil erosion, soil fertility, soil quality, water, weeds
Cover_crop
Application of minerals to soil
soil. In acid soils, these materials react as a base and neutralize soil acidity. This often improves plant growth and increases the activity of soil
Liming_(soil)
Underground fungal networks that connect individual plants together
networks is context-dependent, and can be influenced by factors such as soil fertility, resource availability, host or mycosymbiont genotype, disturbance and
Mycorrhizal_network
Organic matter component of soil
such, the amount of SOM and soil fertility are significantly correlated. SOM also acts as a major sink and source of soil carbon (C). Although the C content
Soil_organic_matter
during dry season These soils are primarily in rolling sedimentary hills. The drainage is good with low to medium natural fertility. These areas can be found
Geography of Santa Maria, Bulacan
Geography_of_Santa_Maria,_Bulacan
Branch of soil science
as ecosystem services, soil health and soil multifunctionality. Soil degradation such as erosion, compaction, lowered fertility, and contamination continue
Agricultural_soil_science
Indian organic farmer
India to receive an international patent for his technique in soil swapping and soil fertility. He also holds national patents to his name. He does not use
Chintala_Venkat_Reddy
Study of living things in soil
influence on soil fertility, plant growth, soil structure, and carbon storage. As a relatively new science, much remains unknown about soil biology and
Soil_biology
Variety of tomato
a change in soil amendment that had removed sodium from the fertilizers used on the soil. Joseph Heckman, a researcher in soil fertility at NJAES, examined
Rutgers_tomato
surface area) of soil particles and the unbalanced ionic electric charges within those that determine their role in the fertility of soil, as measured by
Physical_properties_of_soil
Species of grass
agricultural pest management strategy. Napier grasses improve soil fertility, and protect arid land from soil erosion. It is also utilized for firebreaks, windbreaks
Cenchrus_purpureus
Rice grown in dry fields
phosphorus management, they are investigating how weed communities change as soil fertility is improved over time in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Thailand. Rice
Upland_rice
American agronomist (1888–1974)
chairman of the Department of Soils at the University of Missouri, was the foremost authority on the relation of soil fertility to human health and earned
William_Albrecht
Very dark, fertile Amazonian anthropogenic soil
broken pottery, compost and manure to the low fertility Amazonian soil. A product of indigenous Amazonian soil management and slash-and-char agriculture,
Terra_preta
Type of agriculture that emphasizes natural and environmentally friendly techniques
farming system that strives for sustainability, the enhancement of soil fertility and biological diversity while, with rare exceptions, prohibiting synthetic
Organic_farming
Species of flowering plant
annual or perennial. It has shown great potential in raising the soil fertility in soils depleted in nutrients.[citation needed] Research has shown its
Tithonia_diversifolia
Lightweight black residue, made of carbon and ashes, after pyrolysis of biomass
used in soils to increase soil aeration, reduce soil emissions of greenhouse gases, improve soil fertility, reduce nutrient leaching, reduce soil acidity
Biochar
Alternate Soil Fertility Management Strategies Systems for irrigated and dryland crops. Developed Decision Support System (DSS) for Soil Fertility Management
Centre for Ecology & Rural Development
Centre_for_Ecology_&_Rural_Development
Agricultural practice of changing crops
is highly dependent on external inputs that may be harmful to the soil's fertility. Conversely, a well-designed crop rotation can reduce the need for
Crop_rotation
Species of flowering plant
estimated 180 kg of nitrogen per hectare annually to the soil. This process supports soil fertility by increasing nitrogen content, along with added phosphorus
Sea_buckthorn
It also deals with the microbiology of soil fertility, such as microbial degradation of organic matter and soil nutrient transformations. The primary goal
Agricultural_microbiology
Organic agricultural system based on maximum yield
land, while simultaneously increasing biodiversity and sustaining the soil fertility. The goal of the method is long term sustainability on a closed system
Biointensive_agriculture
State of soil, meeting ecosystem functions
targets Soil aggregate stability – Property of soil Soil biodiversity Soil carbon – Solid carbon stored in global soils Soil fertility – Ability of a soil to
Soil_health
System of grazing moving animals between paddocks around the year
associated with increased soil fertility which arises because manure is a rich source of organic matter that increases the health of soil. In addition, these
Rotational_grazing
Region of soil or substrate comprising the root microbiome
"soil sickness." This phenomenon is characterized by a shift in pathogenic and beneficial microbial populations, negatively impacting soil fertility and
Rhizosphere
Study of soil as a natural resource on the surface of Earth
chemical, biological, and fertility properties of soils; and these properties in relation to the use and management of soils. The diversity of names of
Soil_science
Conservation and rehabilitation approach to food and farming systems
rotation to ensure permanent ground cover, have the potential to increase soil fertility and nutrient levels if nitrogen-fixing crops are included in the rotation
Regenerative_agriculture
warfare and fertility Sopdet, goddess of the fertility of the soil Tawaret, goddess of fertility and childbirth Tefnut, goddess of water and fertility Oshun
List_of_fertility_deities
Legume cultivated as a grain and oil crop
harbor symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria in root nodules, which improve soil fertility, making them valuable in crop rotations. Edible products include peanut
Peanut
Analysis of soil
characteristics such as the acidity. A soil test can determine fertility, or the expected growth potential of the soil which indicates nutrient deficiencies
Soil_test
Agricultural practice
organic matter while retaining moisture and disrupting pest life cycles and soil-borne pathogens by temporarily removing their hosts. Crop rotation systems
Fallow
Ecosystem that is flooded or saturated with water
duration of flooding. Other important factors include fertility and salinity of the water or soils. The chemistry of water flowing into wetlands depends
Wetland
Agricultural technique of Indigenous people in the Americas
not tilled, enhancing soil fertility and the sustainability of the cropping system by limiting soil erosion and oxidation of soil organic matter. A modern
Three_Sisters_(agriculture)
Practice of reducing soil fertility
Soil defertilisation refers to the practice of reducing soil fertility in order to reduce the number of plants that can grow on that soil. It is often
Soil_defertilisation
American agricultural scientist (1916–2002)
July 6, 2002) was an agronomist at Iowa State College, specializing in soil fertility and phosphorus. He was named the Charles F. Curtiss Distinguished Professor
Charles_Allen_Black
Monolithic statues on Easter Island
people believed that quarrying of the moai might be related to improving soil fertility and thereby critical food supplies. The more recent moai had pukao on
Moai
Topmost part of the soil layer
typical soil and are meant for growing different plant species. Low fertility, low fertility acidic and low fertility calcareous are other soil classifications
Topsoil
Indian nutritionist
and wheat, and been studying millets for 20 years. He also works on soil fertility and agricultural practices. Padma Shri by the President of India on
Khader_Vali
Canadian government department
Research and Development Centre Alberta beef cattle, forage irrigation, soil conservation Saskatoon Research and Development Centre Swift Current Research
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Agriculture_and_Agri-Food_Canada
Preservation of soil nutrients
Soil conservation is the prevention of loss of the topmost layer of the soil from erosion or prevention of reduced fertility caused by over usage, acidification
Soil_conservation
Amount of farm product produced per unit area for a given time
Bodenertrags", Land. Jahrb., 38. Ward Chesworth (editor)(2008) Encyclopedia of Soil Science, p. 434, at Google Books Howard S. Reed (1942) A Short History of
Crop_yield
Measure of soil chemistry
of soil chemistry, and is used as a measure of soil fertility, as it indicates the capacity of the soil to retain several nutrients (e.g. K+, NH4+, Ca2+)
Cation-exchange_capacity
Species of legume
Leucaena leucocephala is used for a variety of purposes, such as fencing, soil fertility, firewood, fiber, and livestock fodder. Leucaena leucocephala is a small
Leucaena_leucocephala
Capacity of soil to perform ecosystem services
Soil quality refers to the condition of soil based on its capacity to perform ecosystem services that meet the needs of human and non-human life. Soil
Soil_quality
Growth is limited by the scarcest resource
ISBN 978-0-380-01174-2. Whitson, A.R.; Walster, H.L. (1912). Soils and soil fertility. St. Paul, MN: Webb. p. 73. OCLC 1593332. 100. Illustration of
Liebig's_law_of_the_minimum
Phylum of segmented worms
water and oxygen to penetrate the sea floor. In addition to improving soil fertility, annelids serve humans as food and as bait. Scientists observe annelids
Annelid
Organic fertilizer made from seaweed
increase soil fertility and plant growth. The use of seaweed fertilizer dates back to antiquity and has a broad array of benefits for the soils. Seaweed
Seaweed_fertiliser
Application of methods to protect soil and enhance its performance
Soil management is the application of operations, practices, and treatments to protect soil and enhance its performance (such as soil fertility or soil
Soil_management
Terrestrial invertebrate, order Opisthopora
nutrient-rich casts that have high soil aggregation (good soil structure) and soil fertility and quality. In podzol soils, after conversion of softwood to
Earthworm
Land adjacent to a water body which is flooded during periods of high water
floods. Because of regular flooding, floodplains frequently have high soil fertility since nutrients are deposited with the flood waters. This can encourage
Floodplain
Areas between Canada and West Texas afforested as part of the New Deal
to the severe dust storms of the Dust Bowl, which resulted in significant soil erosion. The United States Forest Service believed that planting trees on
Great_Plains_Shelterbelt
Village in Alborz province, Iran
Soil Fertility Centre (Persian: مركزخاكشناسي وحاصلخيزي خاك) is a village in Meshkinabad Rural District of Meshkin Dasht District in Fardis County, Alborz
Soil_Fertility_Centre
Health of soil, suitability for growing
Tilth is a physical condition of soil, especially in relation to its suitability for planting or growing a crop. Factors that determine tilth include the
Tilth
Agricultural system
release in the soil. Promote fertilizer decomposition and therefore fertilizer effectiveness. Better root development of the rice. Soil fertility is improved
Rice–fish_system
The Earth in Albanian paganism
from the first pass of the ploughing. Animal sacrifices are made for soil fertility and production, prosperity, health of the animals, etc. According to
Dheu
Traditional farming method
of soil fertility, soil erosion, deforestation, destruction of wildlife habitat, and flooding of rivers and lakes. It reduces the soil fertility and
Jhum
Species of fungus
was isolated from rhizosphere soil in Korea. Penicillium menonorum can promote plant growth and improve soil fertility MycoBank UniProt Peterson, S. W
Penicillium_menonorum
Mid-17th to late 19th century revolution centred around agriculture
cultivation of light soils on enclosed farms and provided fodder to support increased livestock numbers whose manure added further to soil fertility. Called "British"
British Agricultural Revolution
British_Agricultural_Revolution
Late Stalin-era series of land development, agriculture and water projects in the USSR
The Great Plan for the Transformation of Nature, also known as Stalin's plan for the transformation of nature, was proposed by Joseph Stalin in the Soviet
Great Plan for the Transformation of Nature
Great_Plan_for_the_Transformation_of_Nature
Sahelian farming technique
(Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali) to restore degraded drylands and increase soil fertility. The technique has also been adopted by smallholder farmers in semi-arid
Zaï
Esoteric farming from Rudolf Steiner's ideas
(1861–1925). It was the first of the organic farming movements. It treats soil fertility, plant growth, and livestock care as ecologically interrelated tasks
Biodynamic_agriculture
the balance-sheet theory of soil fertility and applied it within the framework of their own discipline. They described soil as disintegrated rock of various
History_of_soil_science
Defensive secretion of conifer trees
rosin. Oleoresin yields are affected by extrinsic factors, such as soil fertility, temperature, relative humidity and precipitation, by intrinsic factors
Oleoresin
Bacteria and archaea producing ammonia
increasing soil fertility since ancient times. These rhizobia can be considered a natural biofertilizer which provides available nitrogen in the soil. By growing
Diazotroph
Geology phenomenon
of view, soil artificialization leads to a loss of humus and carbon, a reduced water retention capacity, and, consequently, a loss of fertility, aggravating
Artificialization
Unit of time based on Earth's orbit
in weather, the hours of daylight, and, consequently, vegetation and soil fertility. In temperate and subpolar regions around the planet, four seasons are
Year
Groundwater that recharges an aquifer
common methods to estimate recharge rates are: chloride mass balance (CMB); soil physics methods; environmental and isotopic tracers; groundwater-level fluctuation
Groundwater_recharge
Soil value (German: Bodenwertzahl) or BWZ is a comparative assessment of soil quality used in Germany. It is determined from soil sampling data and ranges
Soil_value
Creation of new soil and rejuvenation of soil health
is a decline in soil condition caused by poor management practices. Soil degradation depletes fertility and reduces the ability of soil to host microbial
Soil_regeneration
Soil moisture below which a plant will wilt
is defined as the minimum amount of water in the soil that the plant requires not to wilt. If the soil water content decreases to this or any lower point
Permanent_wilting_point
Plants in the family Fabaceae
grown mainly for their protein, vegetable oil and ability to uphold soil fertility. However, continuous cropping after 3–4 years decrease grain yields
Legume
Reclaimed land
A polder (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈpɔldər] ) is a low-lying tract of land that forms an artificial hydrological entity, enclosed by embankments known as
Polder
Mounded gardening technique
advocates claim that the technique helps to improve soil fertility, water retention, and soil warming, thus benefitting plants grown on or near such
Hügelkultur
International scientific union
reactions C3.1 Soil evaluation and land use planning C3.2 Soil and water conservation C3.3 Soil fertility and plant nutrition C3.4 Soil engineering and
International Union of Soil Sciences
International_Union_of_Soil_Sciences
Starch extracted from cassava roots
crop that depletes soil nutrients rapidly. Continuous cultivation without nutrient replacement can result in declining soil fertility. Commercial producers
Tapioca
Agricultural practice
then burned, resulting in a nutrient-rich layer of ash which increases soil fertility and temporarily eliminates weeds and pests. After about three to five
Slash-and-burn_agriculture
Organic matter, mostly derived from animal feces, which can be used as fertilizer
the fertility of soil by adding organic matter and nutrients, such as nitrogen, that are utilised by bacteria, fungi, and other organisms in the soil. Higher
Manure
Process of soil formation
composition and soil fertility of soils near an ancient charcoal kiln: are they similar to Terra Preta de Índios soils?". Journal of Soils and Sediments
Soil_formation
Fatty seed of Theobroma cacao
drought resilience of the soil. If the soil lacks essential nutrients, compost or animal manure can improve soil fertility and help with water retention
Cocoa_bean
Region of Virginia, US
erosion over much of the region. Before modern soil fertility and managerial practices were adapted to these soils, agricultural production diminished and most
Piedmont_region_of_Virginia
Organic matter in soils resulting from decay of plant and animal materials
Amazonian earthworm Pontoscolex corethrurus: a potential for tropical soil fertility". Soil Biology and Biochemistry. 38 (7): 2008–9. Bibcode:2006SBiBi..38
Humus
Dead plant material that has fallen to the ground
productivity and may be useful in predicting regional nutrient cycling and soil fertility. Litterfall is characterized as fresh, undecomposed, and easily recognizable
Plant_litter
Giant log jam in the Red and Atchafalaya Rivers
recognized the contribution of associated intermittent flooding to soil fertility and agriculture. Harrelson et al. describe the origins of the raft:
Great_Raft
Political party in Germany
subsidize small and medium-sized agricultural businesses and maintain soil fertility. The Party of Progress advocates the "preservation of biodiversity"
Party_of_Progress_(Germany)
Microscopic living organism
bioterrorism. They are vital to agriculture through their roles in maintaining soil fertility and in decomposing organic matter. They also have applications in aquaculture
Microorganism
1940 book by Sir Albert Howard
herself a plant physiologist, it focuses on the nature and management of soil fertility, and notably explores composting. At a time when modern, chemical-based
An_Agricultural_Testament
Study of microorganisms in soil
nitrogen into the soil. This led to more advanced microorganisms, which were important because they effected soil structure and fertility. Soil microorganisms
Soil_microbiology
Shrine in Telangana, India
has an area of about 10 km2 and is populated by farmers due to its soil fertility. A smaller island on the east side is called Nizam Konda: its port belongs
Beechupally
Hierarchical outline list of articles related to the physical sciences
Oceanography Weathering and erosion Rocks Agrophysics Soil science Pedogenesis Soil fertility Earth's tectonic structure Geomorphology and geophysics
Outline_of_physical_science
Species of flowering plant
grows best in areas in high humidity, light and soil fertility, though it can adapt in less fertile soils. The featherlike seeds are dispersed by wind.
Mikania_micrantha
Canadian federal scientist
a Canadian soil scientist who worked for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) from 1986 to 2015. Her research focused on soil fertility and crop nutrition
Cynthia Grant (soil scientist)
Cynthia_Grant_(soil_scientist)
Mixture used to improve soil fertility
such as bacteria, protozoa, nematodes, and fungi. Compost improves soil fertility in gardens, landscaping, horticulture, urban agriculture, and organic
Compost
Species of legume
control pests in cultivated fields as an organic pesticide, improves soil fertility, as a medicine for skin diseases and internal worms, and for storage
Tephrosia_vogelii
Potassium compound and alternative to salt
L.; Tisdale, Samuel L.; Nelson, Werner L.; Beaton, James D. (2016). Soil Fertility and Fertilizers: An Introduction to Nutrient Management. Pearson.
Potassium_chloride
The Sun in Albanian paganism
clears it up. Albanians used to invoke the Sun with rainmaking and soil fertility rituals. In rainmaking rituals from the Albanian Ionian Sea Coast, Albanians
Dielli_(Albanian_paganism)
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