Soil Degradation
Why Yields Decline and Costs Rise
The Problem:
Degraded Soils
Across much of Africa, soils that once supported productive farming have become increasingly degraded. Years of continuous cultivation, heavy reliance on chemical fertilisers, loss of vegetation cover, and growing climate pressure have stripped soils of their structure, organic matter, and natural biological activity.
Degraded soils are less able to support crops, manage water, or respond to climate variability, making farming more difficult and more expensive each season
The Impact of Degraded Soils
As soils degrade, organic matter and biological activity decline, reducing the soil’s ability to supply nutrients and retain moisture. Compacted soil restricts root growth, while increased runoff and nutrient loss limit crop access to water and fertiliser. Even with higher input use, crops struggle to perform, leading to declining or unstable yields over time
Restoring Degraded Soils
Degraded soils can be restored by rebuilding soil biology and structure. Wellcrop uses microbial technology and regenerative practices to improve nutrient efficiency, water retention, and soil function over time. While restoration is a gradual process, farmers can stabilise yields, reduce input costs, and improve resilience with consistent application and good management
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