SOIL FERTILITY

Soil fertility the ability and productivity of the soil to sustain plant growth, provide habitat, and provide sustained, high-quality crop yields.

There are features where a productive soil can be visualized, among which we can mention:

• The absence of toxic substances that prevent the growth of plants.
• The soil has a correct depth.
• Provides sufficient water and essential nutrients for plant development.
• Adequate internal drainage.
• It has a PH of 5 to 7.
• Sufficient organic matter in the upper layer of the soil.

Understanding these features, some tips to be able to maintain the productivity of the soils are: understanding the characteristics of the soils, environmental education, protection of the vegetation cover, having high quality irrigation water and protection of water sources. Also important is the rotation and association of crops and good agricultural practices. In short, soil fertilization emphasizes its productivity, potential and yield through various chemical, physical and biological factors. It is the intricate process of the persistent cycle of nutrients in organic and inorganic forms, phosphorus, nitrogen, potassium and sulfur are the main elements that are needed in significant quantities that go hand in hand with a commercial fertilizer analysis.