Zeitschrift für Bodenkunde und Pflanzengesundheit

Brief Overview on Soil Carbon and Maintainance of Soil Health

Si Cheng Xing

Soil carbon is a natural component of soil that is essential for plant growth and soil health. However, soil carbon can become a pollutant in agricultural land when it is present in excessive amounts or in the wrong forms [1]. Soil carbon pollution refers to the release of carbon from the soil into the atmosphere, which can contribute to climate change [2]. Soil carbon is stored in the organic matter present in soil, such as decaying plant and animal material, and it plays a crucial role in maintaining soil health and fertility