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Vineyard skips irrigation and pesticides for20 years; organic matter doubles

A Spanish vineyard study revealed significant soil health improvements over two decades. Long-term vegetation cover doubled topsoil organic matter compared to tilled areas. This practice enhanced soil porosity and biological activity in dry conditions. The findings suggest reduce

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TOI SCIENCE DESK31 Aug 2026, 10:30 amUpdated 1d ago1 min readIndiaIndia
Vineyard skips irrigation and pesticides for 20 years; organic matter doubles

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A Spanish vineyard study revealed significant soil health improvements over two decades. Long-term vegetation cover doubled topsoil organic matter compared to tilled areas. This practice enhanced soil porosity and biological activity in dry conditions. The findings suggest reduced soil disturbance benefits water-limited vineyards. Allowing plants to remain strengthens soil function under challenging climates.

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Source: Times of India · TOI SCIENCE DESK. Published 31 Aug 2026, 10:30 am.

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