Is your soil suffering from erosion, compaction, or nutrient depletion? At NEST, we believe healthy soil is fundamental for sustainable farming, biodiversity, and ecological balance. Here are seven practical and accessible tips to bring your soil back to life:
- Cover Crops: Plant cover crops like clover, vetch, or oats to shield your soil from erosion, improve its structure, and enhance organic matter.
- Composting and Organic Matter: Regularly add compost or well-aged manure to enrich your soil with essential nutrients and beneficial microorganisms.
- Minimal or No-Tillage Farming: Reduce intensive tilling to avoid compaction and soil degradation. Conservation agriculture helps maintain soil integrity and natural fertility.
- Crop Rotation: Rotate different crops to interrupt pest and disease cycles, boost soil biodiversity, and optimise nutrient use.
- Using Biochar: Incorporate biochar (charcoal) into your soil to increase water and nutrient retention and reduce soil acidity.
- Plant Trees and Shrubs: Employ agroforestry or establish hedgerows to reduce erosion, enhance drainage, and promote biodiversity.
- Effective Microorganisms (EM): Apply natural microbial preparations to revitalise your soil’s biological activity, fostering recovery and balance.
Restoring degraded soil takes time and persistence, but these methods will help you transform your land into a fertile, productive, and sustainable space.
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