THE PROBLEM OF SOIL CONDITIONING IN THE INTENSIVE TECHNOLOGIES OF MAIZE CULTIVATION

Abstract

The density of chernozem soil is an important factor in its mechanical and physical properties, which largely determines the soil fertility. Prolonged use of heavy agricultural machinery in modern technology of growing field crops leads to an increase in soil density indicators above optimal for growth and development of crops. Technologies with the minimum use of heavy engineering cause the formation of soil density at an optimal level. The minimization of the use of heavy machinery in crop production technologies is a reserve for improving soil fertility.