Soil Organic Matter Unit: Soil Science Lesson 3. Objectives Define: soil organic matter Explain the role of inherent factors affecting soil organic matter.

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Soil Organic Matter Unit: Soil Science Lesson 3

Objectives Define: soil organic matter Explain the role of inherent factors affecting soil organic matter Explain the five soil organic matter management practices Explain how soil organic matter relates to soil function Estimate organic material needed to increase soil organic matter Measure soil organic matter

Soil Organic Matter Is the organic component of soil, consisting of three parts: Plant residues and small living soil organisms Actively decomposing matter Humus: Stable organic matter

Role of Inherent Factors Affecting Soil Organic Matter Climate Organic matter decomposes more quickly in warm and humid climates that cool dry climates Soil Texture Soil aeration: more oxygen in the soil speeds up the decomposition process Vegetation Prairie soils have more organic material added to the soil than forest soils because of vegetation.

Soil Organic Matter Management Use of cropping systems Reducing or eliminating tillage Reduce erosion Soil-test and fertilize properly Use of perennial forages

Benefits of Soil Organic Matter Nutrient Supply Water-Holding Capacity Soil Aggregation Erosion Prevention