Soil[edit]
Further information: Compost, Mulch, Potting soil, Organic fertilizer and Soil borne infectious diseases
Reducing erosion by wind and water through hedging and ditching
Application of fertilizers at appropriate moments and in adequate doses (i.e., when the plant needs the fertilizer), to avoid run-off (see nitrogen balance method).
Maintaining or restoring soil organic content, by manure application, use of grazing, crop rotation
Reduce soil compaction issues (by avoiding using heavy mechanical devices)
Maintain soil structure, by limiting heavy tillage practices FAO : GAP : FAO GAP Principles : Soil
In situ green manuring by growing pulse crops like cowpea, horse gram, sunn hemp etc.