Across
- 5. Soil animals that tunnel through soil, improving aeration and structure.
- 11. Substances plants absorb from soil for growth.
- 12. Māori concept of caring and providing for others through sustainable food production.
- 13. MATTER Material from plants and animals that improves soil health.
- 15. Maintaining soil health and productivity for future generations.
Down
- 1. Tiny organisms that decompose organic material and release nutrients.
- 2. Māori concept describing the connectedness of living things.
- 3. Māori concept of guardianship and care for the land.
- 4. The movement of water through soil pores.
- 6. Dark organic substance formed from decayed matter.
- 7. The ability of soil to supply nutrients for healthy plants.
- 8. How soil particles are arranged, affected by organic matter and humus.
- 9. The amount of air spaces in the soil.
- 10. Nutrients washed out of the soil, reduced by organic matter.
- 14. Decomposed organic matter added to soil to improve fertility.