landfarming

Landfarming is an environmental clean-up method used to treat contaminated soil by spreading it over a designated area, then periodically tilling or turning it to promote the natural breakdown of pollutants. Microorganisms in the soil degrade hazardous substances, reducing their toxicity over time. This process is effective for organic contaminants like petroleum products and solvents. Landfarming is often chosen because it is cost-effective, relatively simple to implement, and suitable for large quantities of contaminated soil. It requires proper site management and monitoring to ensure safe and complete treatment of pollutants.