While many regions in Europe are once again reporting a lack of rain and increasing drought, a problem that is often underestimated is becoming apparent in practice: It is not only the lack of precipitation that is becoming a challenge, but also the ability of the soil to absorb and store water at all.
Over time, dry soils lose their natural storage capacity. The upper soil layer hardens, moisture penetrates less well and even precipitation can partially run off superficially or evaporate again quickly before it reaches the root zone. Light soils, young plant stands and crops in the growth phase are particularly affected. In agriculture, viticulture and reforestation in particular, the efficient use of water is therefore becoming increasingly more important than the amount of irrigation alone. The decisive factor is how long moisture actually remains available in the root zone.
Water-storing granulates such as Polygrain or Polysorb+ address precisely this point: they store water directly in the soil and gradually release it back to the plants. This means that moisture remains available for longer where it is needed – directly at the roots. In addition, more stable soil moisture can help to reduce stress phases for plants, support root development and reduce water loss through evaporation. Especially under increasingly changeable weather conditions, sustainable water management in the soil is increasingly becoming a decisive factor for healthy plant populations and stable yields.
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