This report summarizes research findings on SOM and soil health in organic farming systems, and outlines some practical applications for organic producers. Companion reports explore soil health-enhancing approaches to fertility and nutrient management, tillage, and weed control; cover crops and crop rotation, and the role of plant genetics in soil health and organic production
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Presenter Mark Schonbeck and Diana Jerkins discuss the attributes of healthy soil, the central role of organic matter, and how to monitor and enhance soil health in organic production in the recorded webinar below. The presentation will outline key organic practices for building soil organic matter and optimizing soil functions in relation to fertility, crop yield, and resource conservation.
