REVIEW ON SOIL ORGANIC MATTERGAGANDEEP KAUR AND KAMINI KUMARIAbstract Sustainable crop productivity and soil health depends on soil organic matter (SOM). This review explores the impact of SOM on agriculture, emphasizing its role in nutrient availability, soil structure, microbial activity, and water retention. Preserving SOM contributes to sustainability by enhancing cation-exchange capacity, preventing erosion, and supporting biological activity. Implementing sustainable soil management practices can boost crop yield, support soil health, elevate SOM levels, and contribute to environmental sustainability and global food security. |