The term “synthesis” as used here refers to the biosynthetic capacity of certain microorganisms to derive metabolic energy by “fixing” atmospheric nitrogen and/or carbon dioxide. In this context we refer to these as “synthetic” microorganisms , and if they should become a pre dominant part of the soil microflora, then the soil would be termed […]
Soil microorganisms can be classified into decomposer and synthetic microorganisms. The decomposer microorganisms are subdivided into groups that perform oxidative and fermentative decomposition. The fermentative group is further divided into useful fermentation (simply called fermentation) and harmful fermentation (called putrefaction). The synthetic micro organisms can be subdivided into groups having the physiological abilities to fix […]
The application of beneficial microorganisms to soil can help to define the structure and establishment of natural ecosystems. The greater the diversity of the cultivated plants that are grown and the more chemically complex the biomass, the greater the diversity of the soil microflora as to their types, numbers and activities. The application of a […]
Pro-Soil to be featured on RFD-TV The “American Farmer” with host Charlie Cowan will be airing a special 8 minute segment on Pro-Soil. This will be a very informative and educational piece you don’t want to miss. RFD-TV “The American Farmer” Date and Time: Tuesday, April 21st at 8:30 a.m. EST,7:30 a.m. CST. Pro-Soil website […]
Download as PDF Our Most Important Asset—The Soil In order to classify anything as an asset it must have value and contribute to your overall success. Your SOIL is scientifically proven to be the most valuable asset that you posses on your farm. Without productive soil to raise a crop, your farm value diminishes greatly […]
Most soils are classified on the basis of their chemical and physical properties; little has been done to classify soils ac cording to their microbiological proper ties. The reason for this is that a soil’s chemical and physical properties are more readily defined and measured than their microbiological properties. Improved soil quality is usually characterized […]
Microorganisms are utilized in agriculture for various purposes; as important components of organic amendments and composts, as legume inoculants for biological nitrogen fixation, as a means of suppressing insects and plant diseases to improve crop quality and yield, and for reduction of labor. All of these are closely related to one another. An important consideration […]
A New Dimension for a Sustainable Agriculture and Environment Many microbiologists believe that the total number of soil microorganisms can be increased by applying organic amendments to the soil. This is generally true because most soil microorganisms are heterotrophic, i.e., they require complex organic molecules of carbon and nitrogen for metabolism and biosynthesis.Whether the regular […]
An example of the importance of controlling the soil microflora and how certain cultural and management practices can facilitate such control is useful here. Vegetable cultivars are often selected on their ability to grow and produce over a wide range of temperatures. Under cool, temperate conditions there are generally few pest and disease problems. However, […]
Chemical-based conventional fanning methods are not unlike symptomatic therapy. Examples of this are applying fertilizers when crops shows symptoms of nutrient-deficiencies, and applying pesticides whenever crops are attacked by insects and diseases. In efforts to control the soil microflora some scientists feel that the introduction of beneficial micro organisms should follow a symptomatic approach. However, […]
