Soil Food Web
🪨 Soil Types●● Intermediate
The soil food web describes the interconnected network of organisms that break down organic matter, cycle nutrients into plant-available forms, and protect roots from pathogens. Mycorrhizal fungi extend root reach, bacteria fix nitrogen, protozoa release nutrients by consuming bacteria. Healthy soil teems with billions of organisms per gram. Biochar, compost, and reduced tillage support this living ecosystem.