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Balanced ecosystems support agricultural productivity from "summary" of Growing a Revolution by David R Montgomery

Balanced ecosystems are like well-oiled machines, finely tuned to support the growth of crops and the health of the soil. When we disrupt this delicate balance through intensive agriculture practices, we risk losing the very foundation on which our food production relies. By relying on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides to boost crop yields, we inadvertently weaken the natural systems that have evolved over millennia to sustain plant life. One of the key components of a balanced ecosystem is a healthy soil microbiome. This intricate network of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms plays a crucial role in breaking down organic matter, cycli...
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    Growing a Revolution

    David R Montgomery

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