Field trials conducted at the University of Queensland show microbial biotechnology could be a game-changer for farming with ...

Organic matter on top of the soil blocks the light from reaching weed seeds that are in and on the soil. Weed seeds need light to germinate. Organic matter is a coarse layer that traps water so that ...

This exponential population growth is accompanied by climate change, bringing challenges such as floods, droughts, pests, ...

Michigan State University research studying the long-term impact of agricultural practices on soil organic matter has reached a major milestone. Phil Robertson has been collecting data at the Kellogg ...

“Management zones can help us dial that in.” The bacteria that break down organic matter don’t work well in highly acidic soils. Organic matter can tie up important nutrients, including nitroge ...

Rock outcrops, long regarded as passive geological features, may play an active and crucial role in shaping soil function in ...

NCLC’s Building Resiliency grant program provides direct investments to help our state’s farmers and farms adapt and thrive ...

How to decide whether potting mix, potting soil or garden soil will be the right choice for your gardening project.

Before you dig a garden, it's important to figure out what type of soil you have and then select plants (and amend your soil) accordingly.

How can technology help map the soil (better), and what role can soil scans and scanners play in this? What is possible?

When planting roses, choose a good site for a better chance of healthy rose bushes for years to come. Here's why you should ...

A resource at Agricultural Analytical Services Lab at Penn State can be a good first step toward determining soil health.