Question

How have modern farming methods led to the loss of soil fertility?

Answer 1

Modern farming methods imply use of chemical fertilisers and artificial irrigation. Excessive use of chemical fertilisers has led to loss of soil fertility in the following manner :

(a) The chemical fertilisers and pesticides destroy the microorganisms in the soil making the soil less fertile.

(b) The continuous use of groundwater for tubewell irrigation has reduced the water-table below the ground.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Modern farming method led to loss of soil fertility because nowadays farmers use various kind of chemical fertilizer and pesticides( it is use to kill insects which damage the crop) to increase the productivity of crop and hence excessive use of fertilizer change the chemistry of soil and it also kill the ...