Farm conditions & solutions

Soil health

The foundation of sustainable, profitable farming: understanding and improving the living ecosystem beneath your feet.

Did you know

One teaspoon of healthy soil contains more living organisms than there are people on Earth.

Why it matters

Soil is a living ecosystem, not just a growing medium

When soil biology is thriving, plants have access to more nutrients, more water and more protection. Soil health is the single most important factor in sustainable, profitable farming, from smallholder plots to broadacre maize, wheat, soya bean and potato lands.

Nutrient cycling

Healthy soil biology constantly cycles nutrients, delivering them to roots in the forms plants use most efficiently.

Water retention

Biologically active soil with good organic matter holds more water, improving drought resilience and cutting irrigation costs.

Disease suppression

A diverse, thriving soil microbiome naturally suppresses soil-borne disease through competition and antibiotic production.

Carbon sequestration

Healthy soils store carbon, contributing to climate-change mitigation while building long-term fertility.

Structural integrity

Good structure reduces compaction, improves drainage and lets roots penetrate deeper for better plant stability.

Improved yields

All of the above translate directly into higher, more consistent yields and a more profitable operation.

Our approach

The Zylem approach to soil health

Grounded in soil science and practical agronomy. Tap through the four steps we follow with every grower.




Step 1 of 4

Soil analysis

We begin with a comprehensive soil analysis to understand the current biology, chemistry and physical properties of your land, so every recommendation that follows is grounded in real numbers.

Talk to us

Talk to our soil health specialists

Start with a soil analysis and let us design a programme around your land. Whatever the size of your farm, we want to hear from you.

+27 33 347 2893
Unit 20, 3 Cascades Crescent, Chase Valley, Pietermaritzburg, KZN, 3201