Agricultural Land Management Division

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The GSOC MRV Protocol is here to support the measurement, monitoring, reporting & verification of soil organic carbon in agricultural landscapes

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THE ADVANTAGES OF DRONE TECHNOLOGY IN MODERN AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES

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sustains life and nourishes plants by transporting essential nutrients.

Sustainable soil & water practices help to prevent, reduce or reverse land degradation for sustainable agrifood systems.



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🌱 The soil under your feet is not dirt — it’s a living universe that feeds the world.

Beneath every step you take lies a hidden world: billions of microorganisms, hardworking earthworms, and tiny insects all playing their part in the great cycle of life. 🌍

Healthy soil isn’t just "nice to have" — it’s the foundation of our food, our forests, and our future. Without it, there are no flowers, no fruits, no bees, no life.

So next time you’re in your garden, take a moment to honor the ground beneath you. Compost, mulch, avoid pesticides — and let nature thrive below the surface.

🪱 Because real change starts where we least see it.

🤔 What’s threatening the ground beneath our feet?

🌿 Discover the top threats and how we can protect our planet’s foundation with !

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Soil Aggregation & Water Retention

Ever wondered why some soils stay moist and productive while others dry out too fast or erode in heavy rain? The answer lies in soil aggregation—a natural process that improves water retention, reduces erosion, and builds healthier, more resilient soils.

1️⃣ What is Soil Aggregation?

Soil aggregation occurs when tiny soil particles bind together into stable clusters, creating a structure that holds moisture while allowing excess water to drain. Organic matter plays a key role, acting as nature’s glue to strengthen soil structure and resilience.

2️⃣ How Soil Aggregation Works

As crop residues break down, they release compounds like polysaccharides and glomalin, which help form and stabilize soil aggregates. Well-structured soils have micropores that store water for plant roots and macropores that drain excess moisture, preventing waterlogging and compaction.

3️⃣ Why It Matters for Your Farm

Soil aggregation does more than improve moisture retention. It protects against erosion, helping farmers preserve topsoil during heavy rains and wind. It also encourages deeper root growth, allowing crops to access stored moisture during dry spells. Beneath the surface, thriving microbial life enhances soil health, ensuring water and nutrients stay available to plants.

4️⃣ How to Improve Soil Aggregation

Building soil aggregation starts with increasing organic matter. Cover crops, compost, and reduced tillage create a strong foundation for healthier soils. Keeping soil covered with crop residues protects aggregates from erosion, while fostering beneficial microbes and mycorrhizal fungi helps strengthen their formation.

Overall, healthy soils hold more water, grow stronger crops, and withstand climate extremes.

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Global experts and confirm: is ready for action! 🚀

Learn how this technology can generate high-quality soil information in our latest perspective article.

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