The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 0 being highly acidic and 14 being highly alkaline. A pH value of 7 is considered ...

Amendments are mixed into the soil to improve the physical or chemical makeup of the soil. Another term is fertilizers, which ...

Thomas McCarthy and David Wall from Teagasc, Johnstown Castle, Co Wexford examine the latest soil science research on ...

Turfgrass—including sports fields, roadside ditches and residential lawns—makes up 40 million acres of the United States' ...

The weather is wet now, but there is planning to be done, from ordering seed to checking soil tests for lime requirements and ...

As winter’s chill fades, homeowners turn their attention to their lawns. Assessing winter damage is crucial for restoring a ...

Effects of Swine Manure Applications on Soil Nutrient Levels and Phosphorus (AG-BU-08424) is a recently published bulletin that can be obtained from the University of Minnesota Extension that ...

Spring is approaching, and many homeowners are eager to start their lawn care routines. Knowing when to begin is crucial for achieving a lush, healthy yard throughout the growing season. The best time ...

Biochar, produced from crop residues through pyrolysis, enhances soil fertility, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and ...

Tropical trees like plumeria do not thrive in most parts of the United States because they require hot and humid conditions.

A 'biological universe' exists in a gram of soil. Find out how the soil biota within this tiny universe transform energy, create and modify their habitat, influence soil health, and aid in the ...