Periodic Reporting for period 1 - ADSOILS (ADvanced SOILs for the agritech R&D)

The use of soil amendments (N/P/K fertilisers or pesticides) and modern crop varieties (e.g. dwarf wheat varieties) tripled crop yields in the late 20th century at the expense of soil health. Both the breeding and agrochemical sectors are now seeking ways for root systems to...