Agricultural soil testing is critical to determining soil’s nutrient concentration and variability across your fields. It is ideal to test your fields’ soil at least every two to three years to inform ...

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A new "gold standard" for soil analysis and microplastic extraction has been developed at the University of New England (UNE) ...

The quieter winter months are a prime time to get a snapshot of the state of soils and consider any adjustments to maximise fertility and crop potential. Unlike most other routine jobs on an arable ...

Soil testing is underpinning efficient grassland and crop production, with potential yield increases of up to 50% achieved from rebalancing low pH levels. Grassland specialist Charlie Morgan says ...

Soil sampling is the first step toward understanding and improving your soil’s health, whether for farming, gardening, or environmental monitoring. Using the right tools, methods, and timing ensures ...

In a remarkable advancement for soil science, researchers from Japan have developed a novel method for estimating microbial biomass using water-extractable organic matter (WEOM) from air-dried soils.