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How Terreplenish® Improves Soil Water Retention and Reduces Drought Vulnerability
Farms using Terreplenish® consistently report reduced irrigation requirements as improved soil structure retains moisture more effectively between rain events.
Each 1% increase in soil organic matter enables soil to hold approximately 20,000 additional gallons of water per acre — a massive buffer during dry spells.
Reducing irrigation passes directly reduces pumping costs — a significant operating expense for irrigated Tennessee farms, especially during summer peak.
Beneficial bacteria and fungi produce sticky substances (glomalin and biofilms) that bind soil particles into aggregates — creating a sponge-like structure with pores that capture and hold water. Terreplenish® directly replenishes and activates these microbial communities.
As Terreplenish® bacteria decompose organic material and cycle nutrients, soil organic matter gradually increases. Organic matter is the primary driver of water-holding capacity — far more effective than any synthetic conditioner.
Healthy soil biology loosens compacted soils, improving water infiltration rates. Instead of running off the surface during heavy rain, water soaks in and is stored for crops to use during dry periods.
Biologically healthy soil allows roots to penetrate deeper, accessing moisture reserves in lower soil horizons that shallow-rooted crops in compacted soil simply cannot reach.
Tennessee summers regularly bring extended dry periods. Farms with Terreplenish®-treated soil have a built-in moisture reserve that keeps crops productive longer without irrigation, reducing the risk of yield loss during dry spells.
Every irrigation pass you skip is a direct reduction in fuel, electricity, labor, and equipment wear costs. For irrigated operations, a 20% reduction in water applications translates directly to the bottom line.
Water-stressed crops show uneven maturity, reduced quality, and lower yields. Improved water retention means more consistent crop development even when rainfall is irregular — a major advantage in Tennessee's variable climate.
Better water infiltration means less runoff, which means less topsoil erosion and fewer nutrient losses. What stays on your field works for your crop — not washing into the nearest creek.
Tennessee drought and agricultural water stress data from the NOAA National Integrated Drought Information System.
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