mädätteen
Mädätteen is a Finnish term that broadly refers to organic matter in a state of decomposition. It is commonly used in ecological and agricultural contexts to describe the breakdown of dead plant and animal material. This process is fundamental to nutrient cycling in ecosystems, as it releases essential elements back into the soil for plants to utilize.
The decomposition of mädätteen is primarily carried out by microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi, as well
In agriculture and horticulture, mädätteen is often intentionally created through composting. Compost, a well-decomposed form of