Soil Health
Soil is an essential, finite resource that is non-renewable in human lifespans. Healthy soils are in good chemical, biological and physical condition so that they can deliver a range ecosystem services that are vital to humans and the environment. These services include supporting safe and nutritious food production, storing and filtering water, capturing carbon and regulating climate, and providing a habitat for biodiversity. To maximise soil health, it is important to understand its chemical, physical and biological properties. Sustainable soil management enhances soil functions and makes soils more resilient.
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Soil Functions and Ecosystem Services
Soil functions and ecosystem services include supporting plant growth, regulating water flow, filtering pollutants, cycling nutrients, storing carbon, and providing habitat for organisms, all of which contribute to environmental sustainability.
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Soil Physical Health
Soil Physical Health describes the physical arrangement of soil constituents or the architecture of the soil.
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Soil Carbon and Chemical Health
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Soil as a Habitat
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Citizen Science for Soil Health