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Title: SUBSOILING - AGRICULTURAL SOIL AND CROP PRACTICES

Author
item Sojka, Robert

Submitted to: Yearbook of Science and Technology
Publication Type: Book / Chapter
Publication Acceptance Date: 9/25/1994
Publication Date: N/A
Citation: N/A

Interpretive Summary: No interpretive summary is required for this book chapter.

Technical Abstract: Subsoiling is a form of deep tillage performed to alleviate compaction. Numerous soil physical properties of compacted soils are improved including total porosity, aeration, water storage, infiltration and penetration resistance (soil strength). These changed properties promote greater root growth, allow better utilization of water and nutrients by crops and often result in increased yield and improved quality. This review article interprets the technical aspects of subsoiling for understanding by the general public and describes the complexity of soil and plant interactions that must be considered by farmers contemplating the use of this seemingly simple technology.