THE TRUTH ABOUT COMPACTION: PREVENTTHIS YIELD ROBBER FROM GETTING WORSE DURING THE 2018 GROWING SEASON. NOT EVERYTHING YOU'VE HEARD IS TRUE.

摘要

Soil compaction isn't always a visible problem. Still, you'll want to prevent and correct compaction, even if you can't see it. Soil has large and small air pockets that help it function properly. When soil particles are squeezed as heavy equipment travels across, the soil becomes compacted."Those big air pockets are really important for water infiltration," says Maria Riekman, soil management specialist with Manitoba Agriculture.This compression slashes soil's water-holding capacity. It also restricts root growth, which impacts nutrient uptake.Following are Riekman's management recommendations not only to overcome compaction but also to return soil to a healthy state.