P.E.I. researchers look at how cow poop can strengthen soil, reduce emissions

Like many farmers, Nick Green trades and barters as a way to ensure his cattle have enough land to graze. Unlike many farmers ...

The Unexpected Benefits Winter Frost Brings To Gardens

Winter is a time of rest for us humans, and the same goes for many plants. However, the cold temperatures also play a vital ...

The simple winter garden prep that gives you healthier soil for spring

Tender bulbs: Dig up bulbs from cold-sensitive perennials, including dahlias, gladiolus, begonias, and cannas. Store the ...
AgWeb

Growing Cotton Right: Test and Prep Soil Before Planting

Learn how to test soil early, prepare well and plant cotton into the right conditions for uniform stands and lasting yield ...
ucdavis.edu

Uncovering the Hidden Life of Soil

Students in Soil Science 100 examining wet soil at UC Davis Russell Ranch, October 2016. A teaspoon of soil teems with billions of microbes that are vital to all life on Earth. UC Davis researchers ...
TreeHugger

'Kiss the Ground' Shows How Soil Health Can Save Us From Climate Crisis

Katherine Martinko is an expert in sustainable living. She holds a degree in English Literature and History from the University of Toronto. A new climate documentary has hit Netflix, and it's well ...

The Most Overwatered Plants, And What to Do Instead to Help Them Thrive

If you have ever wondered why your plants look droopy even though you water them all the time, you are not alone.
Purdue University

Resist the Urge To Work Wet Soil

Many gardeners are getting that itch to get out the tiller and work up their garden soil. But many areas are still soggy from snow melt and rain, making soils too wet to work. It really is best for ...
Seattle Times

Fireplace ash can be a boost for garden soil, but be cautious

For gardeners who heat their homes in winter using stoves or fireplaces, good-quality wood ashes can be a soil-amendment bonus. But if applied improperly, they can be a caustic topping for ...
The New York Times

If You’re Questioning the State of Your Soil, Here’s How to Test It

We independently review everything we recommend. We may make money from the links on our site. Learn more› By Colleen Hagerty Colleen Hagerty is a writer focused on emergency preparedness. She has ...

For these faithful, nurturing the Earth is rooted in spiritual beliefs

The Journal Sentinel profiles people across Wisconsin connected by a desire to heal the earth, following their religious ...
The Conversation

Soil is the key to our planet’s history (and future)

Derek Lynch receives funding for his research from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. The English language is full of phrases — from “bogged ...