Soils Alive

Soil is alive. I mean, I probably don’t have to tell you this if you work on soil management or have a keen interest in soil – after all, it’s pretty obvious. But just how alive is it? And what benefits can we derive from managing our soils for the thriving biodiversity living in them? It turns out that most of us have had a very narrow view of soils when it comes to the microbial communities that inhabit them – somehow separating ourselves from their importance by considering them dead, and not requiring management in the way we’d manage crops or grass. Well, life thrives in soil, and the impact of that life on our soils is profound.

Key Takeaways:

  • In this study, researchers set out to present the results of a global survey of the total microbial population in the soil. They have made a concerted effort to ensure geographic coverage and representativeness. The data are collated so that the reader can examine the data set in detail, and geographical or other biases can be examined to provide
  • There are four main components to soil: Physical, Chemical, Nutrient, and Biological. Each component has different functions in regard to maintaining soil health. 

Want to dig deeper into soils?

The Soil Learning Center is a hub of resources for farmers & growers who are on the regenerative journey. A platform created by soil lovers at Farming Secrets Media Group.

The goal of Soil Learning Center is just that: creating a central online space bringing together resources, education, content and inspiration, to better your growing practices, boost profits and product quality with an emphasis on sustainability and promote freedom from climate change.

For today’s modern farmers, you can’t afford to not know about regenerative farming and how these practices can help you succeed. 

We’ll also discuss successful stories from other farmers and growers who have found their unique solutions using nature’s tools with this new form of agriculture. 

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