Organic matter it's the compost formed by vegetable remains (leaves, branches, roots, bark etc.) and animals (on a smaller scale) that integrate the soil.
Organic matter when decomposed by the action of microorganisms forms humus, a dark colored compound, which, due to their nutritional elements, are of great importance for the soil, bringing fertility to the plants.
Organic matter, together with minerals, water, air and various tiny beings, such as fungi, bacteria and ants, earthworms, termites, etc., transform the soil into a living organism. The earth composed of organic matter turns into a sponge, full of channels, through which circulates air and water, retaining nutrients and facilitating their absorption by the roots of the plants.
Organic matter and agriculture
organic matter is the basic fertilizer for the production of organic agriculture, which in addition to respecting the environment, produces healthy food, free of chemical fertilizers, harmful to the soil and human health.
Many farmers and rural producers concerned not only with the conservation of fauna and flora, but also with the preservation of soil and water resources, are resorting to the use of organic agriculture for the production of pure and healthy food, free of pesticides, chemical fertilizers and synthetic substances that harm the environment environment.
Brazil already occupies a prominent position in the world production of organic food. An organic certification seal is issued by national certifiers, which guarantee the origin and organic quality of the products.