12-15-2025, 06:09 PM
Black soil (often rich in organic matter) offers excellent water retention, high fertility, and good structure, ideal for many crops. While highly productive, it’s not universally perfect—it can be heavy, slow-draining, or unsuitable for plants needing leaner soil. Your observation is astute: darker soil usually signals more organic matter, which is why farmers value it, but it’s not the only factor in soil health.

