Roots are fundamental to soil health and its functionality. They contribute to soil structure by creating channels and pores as they grow, providing more access for water to infiltrate and microbes to thrive. Their efficiency in absorbing nutrients have a direct impact on crop yields and quality, with effective root systems being able to access deeper soil levels to improve plant function even further. When looking at the effect of roots in soil health the main factors are root mass, soil aggregates, root exudates and soil organic carbon (SOC).
