OPEN ACCESS | Published on : 23-Jan-2026 | Pages: 1-19 | Doi : 10.37446/edibook142024/1-19
Soil health is fundamental to sustainable agriculture, particularly in organic systems that rely on natural processes to maintain productivity. A healthy soil ecosystem enhances crop yields, supports environmental sustainability, and nurtures biodiversity by maintaining essential physical, chemical, and biological functions. Organic farming emphasizes soil health management through practices such as adding organic matter, minimizing soil disturbance, and fostering biological activity. These strategies improve soil structure, nutrient cycling, and microbial diversity, while mitigating challenges like erosion, compaction, and nutrient leaching. Aligning production goals with environmental sustainability is critical in organic farming, which employs techniques like crop rotations, green manures, and composting to reduce ecological impacts. However, achieving the ideal balance between these practices and real-world constraints often requires compromises. With careful planning, ongoing monitoring, and adaptive management, farmers can effectively integrate sustainable practices, fostering both agricultural productivity and environmental stewardship. The complexity of organic farming systems highlights the need for flexibility, continuous learning, and informed decision-making, ensuring that soil health remains robust and resilient for future generations.
Soil health, Organic Farming, Green manures, Sustainable practices
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