chemical fertilizers are harmful

Chemical fertilizers provide minerals which dissolve in water and are immediately available to plants.But these may not be retained in the soil for long. They may escape from the soil and pollute groundwater,rivers and lakes. Chemical fertilizerscan also kill bacteria and other microorganisms in the soil. This means some time after their use, the soil will be less fertile than ever before....
The consumption of chemical fertilizers in Punjab is highest in the country. The continuous use of chemical fertilizers has led to degradation of soil health. Punjab farmers are now forced to use more and more chemical fertilizers and other inputs to achieve the same production level. This means cost of cultivation is rising very fast.....