Most agricultural research is focused on studying how to supply the future massive increase in population. Year after year, farmers are trying to get more output from the same piece of land, but rapidly changing climate conditions have exacerbated soil depletion. How to effectively manage soil has become an urgent issue that people need to solve. Spectroscopy is one of the important technical means.

Soil management

Soil is a complex mixture of liquids, gases, minerals, organic matter, and even organisms. In addition to supporting crop growth, soil also has the functions of transportation, storage, and purification of water quality. At the same time, it can also improve the air we rely on for survival and serve as a habitat for various organisms. Therefore, sustainable soil management is not only crucial for future food production, but also for life on Earth.

Soil health is the foundation of sustainable soil management and an important consideration for farms of all sizes. From erosion to pollution, loss of biodiversity, and soil compaction, they can all have adverse effects on crop production and the survival ability of the farm itself.