India's Soil Organic Carbon Content Fell From 1% To 0.3% In 70 Years

Soil Organic Carbon is the main component of the soil organic matter and gives soil its water-retention capacity, structure, and fertility, he told reporters in Nagpur, Maharashtra, on Friday evening.

The misuse and abuse of synthetic fertilizers is responsible for many of the health problems that humans experience today. It has also contributed to a large extent to the deterioration of the environment hence farmers find it safe and efficient for using organic liquid fertilizers.

"Intensive cultivation of crops without providing proper compost to the soil is the reason

behind the fall in SOC content," he said, adding that farmers should reduce their overdependence

Naturally occurring vegetation and waste will always be available as it renews itself. Besides, plants can be reused to make fertilizer for the next batch once harvesting is done. Since organic farming takes care of the environment, it is safe to say that vegetation is safe for the long run.