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# Organic matter - the cornerstone of soil health

## Part 2: We explore the essential role that organic matter plays in maintaining healthy, productive soils.

This session dives into how organic matter contributes to soil structure, water retention, and nutrient availability, all of which are crucial for sustainable farming. By understanding the science behind organic matter, farmers can improve soil quality, increase resilience, and enhance crop performance, leading to more profitable and environmentally sustainable farming practices.

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This video is part 2 in a 7 part series:

Part 1: [**How soil works and how plants grow**](https://help.agriprove.io/how-soil-works-and-how-plants-grow?hsLang=en)

Part 2: [**Organic matter - the cornerstone of soil health**](https://help.agriprove.io/organic-matter-the-cornerstone-of-soil-health)

Part 3:[**Soil biology - millions of years in the making**](https://help.agriprove.io/soil-biology-millions-of-years-in-the-making?hsLang=en)

Part 4:**[Mineral management - the role of macro and micro elements](https://help.agriprove.io/mineral-management-the-role-of-macro-and-micro-elements?hsLang=en)**

Part 5: [**Managing fertility to build soil carbon**](https://help.agriprove.io/managing-fertility-to-build-soil-carbon?hsLang=en)

Part 6: [**Management practices to grow soil carbon**](https://help.agriprove.io/management-practices-to-grow-soil-carbon?hsLang=en)

Part 7: [**Bringing it all together - monitoring and evaluation**](https://help.agriprove.io/bringing-it-all-together-monitoring-and-evaluation?hsLang=en)

 

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