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Grow organic.
WHETHER you’re an old pro
or a total novice, incorpo-rating
organic gardening
principles can increase yields and
improve soil quality in addition to ben-efiting
the larger community and local
ecosystem.
Converting a conventional
garden to an organic
garden:
Apply biochar to absorb toxins if
that’s a concern.
Add good soil if minerals and nutrients
are already depleted.
Add organic matter.
Switch from synthetic to organic inputs
(fertilizers, etc.).
Quick facts:
On 1 acre of land, a 1 percent
increase in organic matter can
help retain 25,000 gallons of water
yearly.
A 1 percent increase in organic matter
can reduce the need for fertilizer by 40
percent.
All veggies grow in the top 8-10
inches of soil.
Scientists estimate there are more
microorganisms in a tablespoon of soil
than there are people on the planet!
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WBM february 2021