ENHANCING SOIL ORGANIC CARBON: THE ROLE OF ORGANIC AMENDMENTS

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Keywords

  • Organic amendments
  • soil organic carbon
  • SOC
  • enhancing soil fertility
  • agricultural sustainability
  • manure
  • compost
  • green manure
  • cover crops

Magazine: November 2024

Page: 6 - 10

Volume: 4

Issue: 11

Issue Date: 10 November 2024

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Abstract

Organic amendments play a key role in boosting soil organic carbon (SOC), enhancing soil fertility and agricultural sustainability. This article explores how amendments like manure, compost, green manure, cover crops, and biochar raise SOC levels, impacting various soil carbon fractions. Through case studies, we highlight their effectiveness in promoting soil health and mitigating climate change. Despite challenges, organic amendments offer a promising path for sustainable agriculture, addressing food security and environmental concerns by integrating these practices to enhance long-term soil health and resilience.