A recent Soils Day with Hutchinsons provided a valuable opportunity to focus on one of the most important aspects of farming, the soil. The day highlighted that soil is far more than just a growing medium. It underpins productivity, sustainability, and the long-term resilience of farming systems. Healthy soils improve fertility, support crop growth, and play a key role in enhancing food production. Well-managed soils also retain water more effectively, helping crops cope in d