Increasing soil fertility

Soil fertility is the foundation of efficient crop production and the key to a stable harvest. For agronomists and land owners, understanding soil formation processes and knowing modern methods of land quality management — from chemical land reclamation to biologization — is critical under the conditions of intensive farming. Regular work on replenishing humus stocks, regulating acidity, and optimizing plant nutrition allows not only for increasing land productivity but also for ensuring the long-term resilience of agroecosystems to external stresses.

This collection gathers materials covering both the theoretical foundations of the science of fertility and specific practical solutions. Readers will find information on the application of zeolites, bacterial preparations, and organic fertilizers, as well as a detailed analysis of reclamation methods for acidic and solonetzic soils. Furthermore, the articles highlight the role of crop residues, the specifics of working in a greenhouse, and the historical contribution of domestic scientists to the development of agrochemical thought. These materials will help to better understand the factors of fertility and choose suitable strategies for improving soil conditions in practice.