Biological decompaction advances in the field

Soil compaction is one of the main obstacles to agricultural productivity, especially in areas with intense machinery traffic, low crop diversity, and absence of plant cover. This process reduces soil porosity, limits root growth, and compromises water and nutrient absorption, increasing production risk. As an alternative to mechanical tillage, forage grasses have stood out in the gradual recovery of the physical structure of the soil. Species of the genus Urochloa, such as Xaraés, Piatã, and Ruziziensis, present deep and branched root systems, capable of forming biopores that facilitate water infiltration and the development of subsequent crops. Technical analysis from SBS Green Seeds points out that Xaraés has a higher capacity for penetration in compacted soils, while Piatã balances biomass production and root action. Ruziziensis is more commonly used as a cover plant, contributing to surface protection and increasing organic matter. "These biopores remain active even after the ...