Managing for soil quality may or may not be more expensive than the alternatives. Some practices, such as reduced tillage or efficient nutrient management, can reduce input costs. Often, yields averaged over time will improve, especially in times of weather extremes. Although it may not cost more, managing for soil quality does require a long-term view of soil management and may necessitate a more diversified enterprise.
Often, yields averaged over time will improve with improved soil quality, especially in times of weather extremes.