Quick strip tests reveal how much nitrogen is already available in soil and irrigation water, helping you avoid unnecessary ...

Prairie strips can improve measures of soil health faster than expected, according to new research by Iowa State University scientists working in cooperation with the Soil Health Institute. Prairie ...

Industrial agriculture is profitable, but recent trends show that profit may only last in the short run if soil health isn’t prioritized. Farmers in the central US in the 1930s learned the hard way.

Spring is in the air, and your garden is begging for attention. You’ve got seeds lined up, compost ready, and dreams of a backyard bursting with color. But here’s the twist: your soil might be ...

During the lull of late fall to early spring, when turfgrasses are dormant, many LCOs may experience a decline in revenue-generating opportunities. Some companies take up extra jobs such as snow ...

How does pH of the soil affect nutrient availability for plants? The pH of the soil is what controls solubility of nutrients, which makes the nutrients available to the plants. Ideal pH for most ...