Enhancing Soil Fertility
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What are the consequences of soil nutrient deficiency?

The soil becomes less productive and may become infertile in successive years.

What is the process of adding manure to the soil called?

Manuring.

What is manure?

Organic substances obtained by decomposition of plant residues and animal wastes by organisms found in the soil.

How do farmers prepare manure?

<p>By placing plant residues and animal wastes in open trenches or pits and allowing them to decompose.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the benefits of adding manure to the soil?

<p>Replenishing lost nutrients, increasing water holding capacity, allowing easy exchange of gases, and facilitating the growth of useful microbes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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