Nimpith Marks World Soil Day: Soil Health Vital for Urban Food Security

• World Soil Day was celebrated at Nimpith Krishi Vigyan Kendra in South 24 Parganas.
• The event emphasized that healthy soil is crucial for a healthy city, food security, and ecological balance.
• Around 75 farmers, girls, and students attended the program, which included discussions on sustainable agriculture.
• Experts discussed soil nutrient conservation, organic matter recycling, and degradation prevention for future food security and healthy urbanization.
• The program highlighted modern agricultural methods, soil testing, balanced fertilization, and eco-friendly technologies to protect soil health.

Why It Matters: Healthy soil is crucial for urban food security and ecological balance.