As a result, the plant cell structure is improved, thus improving nutrient storage within the cell. The final result is that fruit textures are better, flavor is enhanced, and nutritional content values are increased. The Condition of the Soil is the basis for all plant growth. Plants grow in response to their nutrient intake. Plant nutrients are obtained from either soil, air or water.
Plants obtain nitrogen, phosphorus, potash, sulfur, calcium, iron, magnesium and more from the soil.
Unfortunately, these life-giving nutrients are depleted as plants grow and as crops are cycled. In addition, the Soil Structure has an important influence on plant growth since it affects moisture relationships, aeration, heat transfer, and the mechanical impedance of root growth. A good porous soil structure is needed for infiltration of water and air exchange between the soil and the atmosphere. The water which is extracted from the soil is called capillary water. The capillary space is a continuous film of water around soil particles and the water which makes up this film is called capillary water.