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In this podcast episode, we discuss why sprinkling expensive fertilizers on your oil palm plantation may not be enough if the soil is too acidic. We dissect the hidden problem of acidic soil and how it locks out vital nutrients, weakening the oil palms and reducing the weight of fresh fruit bunches. Many smallholder farmers face a situation where their oil palms appear yellow and stunted despite regular fertilization. Due to high tropical rainfall and the continuous use of chemical nitrogen fertilizers, the soil naturally loses calcium and magnesium, becoming acidic. This highly acidic environment releases toxic aluminum that burns and damages the oil palm root tips. When the roots are damaged, the plant cannot absorb fertilizer or water properly, especially during the dry season. To correct this, we explain practical steps for applying agricultural lime, such as dolomite or ground magnesium limestone (GML). Regular lime application can neutralize soil acidity, restore the root system, and increase the efficiency of fertilizer absorption. It also encourages healthy earthworm activity and creates an environment that makes it much more difficult for Ganoderma fungi to attack. Always check your soil conditions before applying lime or fertilizer. For soil, leaf, and fertilizer monitoring, CropDrive.ai is available to smallholder farmers at no cost: https://www.cropdrive.ai/ Join our Facebook group at   / agsindonesia   for important tips on better oil palm cultivation. #oilpalm #soilhealth #plantnutrition #AgriculturalLime #ags #cropdrive #oilpalmpodcast #sawitfarmers #podcast