World Soil Day is observed on 5 December.
Important Days
Soil is one of the integral parts of our lives. They provide us with necessary nutrients, are the bed for growth of food items, and are also home to diverse species. Maintaining the standard of soil and ensuring that the quality of soil is heathy is everyone's responsibility. Industrialisation and poor land management systems have degraded the quality of soil in many places, further leading to soil erosion, drop in fertility and loss of organic matter. World Soil Day is celebrated every year to ensure that people are informed about the significance of maintaining the quality of soil and how important it is in our life, and food system.
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