Demystifying Tilth
Scientific Definition
Tilth (n.) \ ˈtilth
The state of aggregation of a soil especially in relation to its suitability for crop growth
A.K.A.
Healthy soil that is full of nutrients and microorganisms
But what does this mean?!
Tilth describes soil that has many pore spaces where air, microbes, nutrients, and water can reside. In discussions of composting and organic gardening, the phrase “the tilth of the soil” is often used to describe the general health of the soil including a balance of nutrients, water, and air.
And how does it affect you?
Nutritionists recommend we eat multiple servings of fresh fruits, veggies and legumes to be our healthiest. This is because they are packed with vitamins and minerals. Plants get these vitamins and minerals from the soil they grow in. If the soil is lacking nutrients, so will our food. It is estimated that we have 60 years of healthy topsoil left if current agriculture and waste disposal practices are continued. Part of Rust Belt Riders mission is to create a regenerative system in Cleveland to feed our soils and turn back that clock. Rust Belt Riders uses your food scraps to create rich and nutrient dense tilth for local farmers, community gardens and you! When you buy Tilth products, you are combating food waste, fighting climate change, and supporting the radical effort of growing your own food.
Go to https://www.tilthsoil.com/ to ensure your garden is making the most nutrient rich food it can this season!
References include: Merriam-Webster & Scientific American
