Fertilizer Association of Ireland - Publications - Lime In irish Agriculture - Influence of Lime in Soil

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(1) INFLUENCE OF LIME IN SOIL

Lime has many benefits in the soil and is a vital factor in soil fertility. The importance of lime can be considered in relation to:

1. Soil Acidity Control

2. Soil micro-organism activity

3. Soil structural development and maintenance

4. Nutrient availability

5. Crops and Livestock

Introduction - (1)Influence of Lime in Soil - (2)Lime, Soils and Soil Tests
(3)Lime Losses - (4)Lime Recommendations - (5)Sources of Liming Materials
(6)Lime Use Survey - (7)Conclusions

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