LIMESTONE AND GYPSUM, IS IT EVERY YEAR? - ARDS Podcast - #002 In this episode we discuss the importance of the annual application of limestone and gypsum to keep the soil productive, neutralizing aluminum, raising the pH and improving soil microbiology. We also highlight the importance of the ideal pH, the calcium-magnesium ratio and seed treatment to increase crop productivity. Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 00:59 - The annual application of limestone and gypsum is essential to keep the soil productive. 05:22 - Limestone raises soil pH, neutralizes aluminum and improves nutrient absorption. 08:25 - Importance of Limestone and Gypsum in Agriculture 08:28 - Limestone is essential and cheaper to improve soil microbiology. 10:14 - The neutralization of aluminum by gypsum is essential for plant root growth. 14:54 - The soil profile and ideal depth are essential for crop productivity. 16:49 - Importance of Gypsum and Limestone in Agriculture - Technical Summary 16:49 - The importance of investing in gypsum and limestone to increase crop productivity. 22:00 - Technical explanation on the reaction of limestone in the soil and the need not to be afraid of high doses. 24:48 - The preference for the use of limestone over calcium and magnesium oxides and hydroxides. 25:14 - Importance of Limestone and Magnesium in Agriculture 25:14 - The importance of analyzing limestone before using it in agriculture. 28:28 - The need to ensure the presence of magnesium in the soil to increase productivity. 32:12 - The influence of dolomitic limestone on the availability of magnesium in the soil. 33:37 - Strategies to correct magnesium deficiency in the soil 33:37 - Relationship between the amount of magnesium and productivity 35:06 - Sources of pure magnesium available on the market 41:50 - Strategies for applying magnesium amendments to the soil 42:02 - Amendment Application Strategies and Agricultural Equipment 42:10 - Challenge of uniform distribution of amendments in agriculture 43:17 - Importance of attention to detail in applying amendments 44:37 - Need to adapt to climate conditions when applying amendments 47:12 - Importance of analyzing and correctly calculating the amendment dose 49:12 - Opinion on the depth and quality of soil movement when applying amendments 50:25 - Unlearning about seed treatment and the importance of depth in opening the soil 50:25 - The importance of depth in opening the soil 53:00 - Unlearning about seed treatment 56:56 - Complementing seed treatment with additional products 58:48 - Soil and Nutrient Management in Agriculture - Key Points 58:49 - The importance of soil pH and micronutrient availability 1:00:10 - Difference between gypsum and phosphogypsum in agriculture 1:02:30 - Soil pH management in relation to nematodes and their multiplication 1:07:11 - Highlighting the importance of special work and measuring soil compaction 1:10:40 - Emphasis on philosophy of life and perseverance to achieve high productivity. Where to Find Us: Official Website: https://bit.ly/ards-site Spotify: https://bit.ly/ards-spotify Amazon Podcast: https://bit.ly/ards-amazon-podcast Connect with Us on Social Media: Instagram ARDS: / araizdasolucao Instagram Leandro Solo Fértil: / leandro_solofertil Instagram João Vitor Agro: / joaovitoragro Instagram Matheus Barbasso: / matheusbarbasso --- About A Raiz da Solução Podcast: A Raiz da Solução Podcast is a podcast focused on agriculture, especially on strategies to increase soybean productivity. Here we talk about practical tips and techniques to help farmers achieve high productivity, even in unfavorable weather conditions such as dry spells. #rootofsolution #limestonegypsum #limestone #gypsum #agriculture #soil #fertilesoil -- Audiovisual Production Pomodoro Filmes www.pomodorofilmes.com www.instagram.com/pomodorofilmes