Increasing Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) Content through Tillage Systems Management to Improve Soil Structure

Authors: Farahani E*

DOI: 10.23880/oajar-16000372

Volume 9, Issue 4

Abstract

Organic carbon loss from agricultural soils is one of the biggest environmental problems and challenges on a global scale which is considered in the United Nations Environment Program. Managing soil organic carbon (SOC) through optimized agricultural practices is a strategy to improve soil ecosystem services and it has an essential role in enhancing soil functions.

Keywords: Soil Organic Matter; Soil Structural Stability; Conservation Tillage Systems; Arid/Semi-Arid Regions.

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