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It eventually loses its nutrients - and becomes useless for growing crops. This is why farmers often leave one or two fields empty each year. This allows the ground to 'rest and recover' so it's ready for planting in the future. The process is called 'set aside'.

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Q: What happens to soil when it's over farmed?
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