The Importance of Soil Organic Carbon in the Agricultural Sector
There is no denying that carbon is one of the most common elements in the universe and is virtually found everywhere. Carbon is critical to soil function and productivity. It is the primary component of keeping soil healthy. The agricultural sector impacts the carbon cycle on a large scale, and often with the release of carbon, farmers retain and increase soil organic carbon for individual fields because both soil and yield tend to improve when the soil organic carbon level increases. In addition, higher soil organic carbon helps improve soil structure and aeration (the oxygen content in soil). Thus, it reduces the risk of soil erosion and nutrient leaching. Also, soil organic carbon is crucial for biological productivity and chemical composition. Also, it improves the nutrient-holding capacity of the soil. Therefore, with an increase in soil organic carbon, you shall notice much more carbon cycle and increased agricultu...