How to improve the soil in the newly cultivated land

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-01-29

Improving soil is an important measure to improve land productivity and ensure sustainable agricultural development. For newly cultivated land, a series of improvement measures are needed due to the poor soil quality. Here are some suggestions to help you improve your newly cultivated soil.

1.Increases organic matter.

Organic matter is an important nutrient in soil, which can promote the formation of soil aggregate structure and improve soil aeration and water retention. You can increase the amount of organic matter in your soil by applying organic matter such as well-rotted farmyard manure, green manure, crop residues, etc. These organic matter is broken down and transformed to provide the nutrients needed by the crops, while also improving the structure and texture of the soil.

2.Improve soil structure.

Soil structure is an important indicator of soil quality, and good soil structure can improve soil aeration and water retention. You can improve the soil structure by taking a series of measures, such as deep turning, loosening, crushing, etc., to promote the formation of soil aggregate structure. In addition, the organic matter content in the soil can also be increased by applying some organic matter, such as well-rotted farmhouse manure, green manure, etc., to further improve the structural quality of the soil.

3.Regulates soil pH.

Soil pH is an important factor affecting crop growth and nutrient uptake. For newly cultivated land, there is usually a problem of pH imbalance. You can adjust the pH of the soil by applying some alkaline substances, such as lime, gypsum, etc., to make it suitable for crop growth. At the same time, some acidic substances, such as ferrous sulfate, ammonium sulfate, etc., can also be applied to reduce the pH of the soil and improve the solubility and absorption efficiency of some nutrients in the soil.

4.Prevent soil erosion.

Soil erosion is a prominent problem faced by newly cultivated land. To prevent soil erosion, you can strengthen the stability of your soil by taking some measures, such as planting vegetation, using mulch, etc. In addition, the risk of soil erosion can be reduced through reasonable soil and water conservation measures, such as building terraces and digging drainage ditches.

5.Reasonable crop rotation and tillageReasonable crop rotation and tillage are important measures to ensure soil quality and improve crop yield. In crop rotation, you can choose some crops with nitrogen-fixing effects, such as beans, green manure, etc., to increase the nitrogen content in the soil. At the same time, it can also improve soil structure and promote nutrient cycling through reasonable tillage practices, such as deep ploughing and soil loosening. In addition, it can also be intensively cultivated, such as intensive farming, regular weeding, etc., to ensure the good state of the crop growth environment. AI assistant creation season

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