{"id":2032,"date":"2018-12-13T15:42:35","date_gmt":"2018-12-13T14:42:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bodemtesten.nl\/?p=2032"},"modified":"2020-08-12T15:19:35","modified_gmt":"2020-08-12T13:19:35","slug":"5-reasons-to-test-your-soils","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bodemtesten.nl\/?p=2032&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"5 reasons to test your soils"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Did you know that 60% of crop yields depend on soil fertility? Soil is a precious resource that needs to be managed carefully. As a farmer, you can do this by performing soil tests on a regular basis. Want to know more about why testing soil is so important? AgroCares<\/a> gives you 5 reasons to test your soil.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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1) Gain knowledge about the soil condition and how to<\/strong>improve\u00a0it<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Fertile soils are necessary to grow healthy crops. To improve soil fertility, it needs to be measured first.<\/strong> Soil fertility is determined by the chemical, physical and biological properties of soil.\u00a0\u00a0Properties such as soil texture, colour and structure are visible. However, it is impossible to see the chemical composition of soil. This is what needs to be measured and why soil sampling is essential. Soil tests are used to determine the nutrient content and pH level of a soil. With this information the exact type and quantity of\u00a0fertiliser\u00a0that needs to be applied to improve soil fertility can be defined.<\/p>\n

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2) It is the first step into soil fertility management<\/strong><\/h2>\n

With a proper soil fertility management strategy, farmers can maximize the efficiency of nutrients and water use and improve their agricultural productivity.\u00a0Soil testing<\/strong> is the first step towards proper soil fertility management. Soil testing gives valuable information and helps you improve your soil\u2019s health.<\/p>\n

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3) Minimise fertiliser\u00a0expenditures<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You will not waste money on unnecessary\u00a0fertilisers if the exact type and quantity of\u00a0fertilisers\u00a0your soil and crops need is known. Moreover, inorganic\u00a0fertilisers in general and nutrients such as phosphorus and potassium are limited resources. Their prices are increasing over the years<\/strong> and because this trend is set to last it is clever to adapt now to the inevitable changes.<\/p>\n

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4) Avoid over-fertilisation<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Applying\u00a0fertiliser\u00a0without knowing the actual nutrient needs of your soil might lead to over-fertilisation. By testing your soils and receiving\u00a0fertiliser\u00a0recommendations<\/strong>, you can avoid using an excessive amount of\u00a0fertiliser. This is better for your crops and the environment. Fertiliser\u00a0burn and leaves turning yellow is the outcome of over-fertilisation for crops. It\u00a0might also result in nutrient leaching, water pollution and irreversible damages to the surrounding aquatic life.<\/p>\n

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5) Avoid soil degradation<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Soil degradation is a threat to every farmer. It is estimated that each year\u00a024 billion\u00a0tonnes<\/a>\u00a0of fertile soil are lost due to erosion which is a result of unbalanced soil management. A proper soil management is guaranteed by soil tests<\/strong> followed by the application of the right\u00a0fertilisers\u00a0at the right moment.Besides avoiding risks of soil degradation, it is a more efficient and financially more interesting practice. Moreover, soil restoration is a difficult, costly and time-consuming process.<\/p>\n

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Need more information?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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