Decomposition
of organic matter and the capacity of transforming complex compounds (containing
nutrients through digestive processes), convert crop residues into humus,
making these freed nutrients available to the plants. This constitutes
what is called the cycle of matter
A microorganism population is indispensable in building a fertile soil
to the extent that microorganisms degrade organic matter, pro-ducts unite
with soil particles, loosening dense soils and granulating loose soils.
This improves water retention and aeration of all kinds of soils
Microorganisms serve as buffers to prevent extreme pH changes
Microorganisms release Carbon Dioxide to the air, which is absorbed and
used for plant photosysthesis processes
Some microorganisms, such as Lactobacillus cultures with nutrients provide
antigens that boost plant immunity by decreasing toxic substances produced
by some pathogenic microorganisms
The well-being of plants improves notably, because of these beneficial
microorganisms' presence in the soil