You have been using massive amounts of weed killer and insecticide to kill weeds in your yard, as well as the grubs and aphids that are munching on your roses and your grass. What effect might this have from a microbiological standpoint?

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The use of weed killers and insecticides can lead to a loss of microbial diversity, a reduction in microbial numbers, damage to nitrogen-fixing bacteria, and damage to mycorrhizae. These chemicals can negatively affect the soil's microbiome, impacting plant health and soil fertility.

You Have Been Using Massive Amounts of Weed Killer and Insecticide