Which of the following statements is true?

Excessive use of fertilizer leads to increase in the crop production. Along with this, it also increases the fertility of the soil.

We should use fertilizer instead of organic manure to maintain the fertility of soil.

Field should not be left unsown for some time between the plantation of two crops, so that fertility of soil can be maintained.

Manure increases the soil’s composition and its water retention capacity.

Solution

Correct option is D

The correct answer is Manure increase the soil’s composition and its water retention capacity.

Manure:

○ Manure is a natural fertilizer that enriches the soil's organic matter.

○ It improves soil composition and enhances its water retention capacity.

○ Using manure contributes to the long-term health of the soil and promotes better soil structure.

Additional Information

We should use fertilizer instead of organic manure to maintain the fertility of soil:

○ Using fertilizers exclusively can lead to soil degradation over time. Balanced use of both fertilizers and organic manure is essential for maintaining soil fertility.

Excessive use of fertilizer leads to increase in the crop production. Along with this, it also increases the fertility of the soil:

○ While fertilizers can boost crop production, excessive use can harm soil fertility in the long term by depleting essential nutrients and harming soil microorganisms.