Impact of Soil Health on Nutritional Quality of Crops and Human Health

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Soil health plays a pivotal role in determining the nutritional quality of crops, which directly impacts human health. Healthy soil is rich in organic matter, essential nutrients, and beneficial microorganisms that enhance plant growth and nutrient uptake. When soils are degraded, deficient in nutrients, or contaminated with pollutants, crops fail to accumulate vital minerals like zinc, iron, and magnesium, leading to nutrient-poor harvests. This deficiency can result in widespread malnutrition, weakened immune systems, and increased susceptibility to chronic diseases in humans. Moreover, poor soil health often requires higher inputs of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, which may leave harmful residues in food and adversely affect human health. Therefore, sustainable soil management practices such as crop rotation, organic amendments, and conservation agriculture are essential for maintaining soil fertility, enhancing crop nutrition, and promoting overall human well-being. #soil #sciencefather #farming #agriscience #agriculture #natural #researchers #SoilHealth #NutritionalQuality #CropNutrition #HumanHealth #SustainableAgriculture #HealthySoils #FoodSecurity #SoilFertility #OrganicFarming #Agroecology #SoilScience #PlantNutrition Visit : https://soilscientists.org/ Nomination Link: https://soilscientists.org/award-nomination/?ecategory=Awards&rcategory=Awardee Registration Link: https://soilscientists.org/award-registration/ For Enquiries: contact@soilscientists.org

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