6 Actions for Farmers to Fight Nutrient Imbalance
Published on May 16, 2026
Summary
This infographic outlines six essential actions for farmers to combat soil nutrient imbalance, including assessing needs, balancing pH, recycling nutrients, reducing compaction, controlling fertilizer quality, and protecting biodiversity.
6 actions for farmers to fight nutrient imbalance
SOILS: WHERE FOOD BEGINS
Here are six key actions farmers can take:
Assess nutrient needs in plant and soil
Maintain a balanced soil pH and include crop rotation
Promote nutrients recycling
Protect soil biodiversity and enhance farmer extension services
Avoid soil compaction and reduce tillage
Control fertilizers quality
A message from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the GLOBAL SOIL PARTNERSHIP.
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