Dr Ingham, I would appreciate comments on VAM's, including answers to the following (excuse my fundamental ignorance of this topic):
- The literature which I have access to indicates that they are of significance in the growth of trees, but there is nothing on their role in annual crop production, such as vegetables, herbs and pastures. What role do VAM's have in annual crop production? - Similarly, do they have a role in fruit production, including vines (e.g. grapes and Passion fruit) and berries (such as raspberries)? - Are there any indicators which the layman can look for which would indicate whether the soil should be innoculated with VAM's? - What is the best way to innoculate the soil with VAM's, or does one assume that they are part of the benefits of applying compost? - Once innoculated, are there any special techniques to ensure their continued existance in the soil, or is compost the answer? Thank you Stephen Barrow
