Place a cup of soil into a jar, top it off with water, and shake vigorously. Allowing the mixture to settle entirely, you’ll be able to see the ratio of sand, silt, and clay within your soil profile, ...

If your garden has been underperforming despite amending with compost, fertilizer, and careful watering, the issue may not be effort — it may be information. Soil testing garden beds gives you clarity ...

Test soil regularly and apply soil acidifiers accordingly to maintain consistent pH.

By the time spring finally loosens winter’s grip in northern Michigan, everyone wants to be outside making progress. For landowners planning to plant trees and shrubs, though, the biggest factor ...

Key Points Take the time in spring to make some measurements and observations that will aid your garden come summer.Ensure your soil is in good condition, including proper drainage and pH.Also, ...

Sesi Technologies, a Ghanaian-owned Agritech company, has launched its AI-powered soil testing services, designed to give smallholder farmers precise, actionable soil intelligence that improves crop ...

Last year, more than 24,000 farmers and gardeners requested soil sample testing through MU Extension. This year, the Soil and Plant Testing Laboratory in Mumford Hall is making it simpler and cheaper ...

As winter retreats and spring arrives, it’s time to prepare your lawn for the upcoming rainy season. Proper preparation now prevents waterlogging, runoff, and nutrient depletion that can damage your ...

Scientists discovered that nitrous oxide can suppress certain soil microbes, potentially reshaping root microbiomes that help crops grow.

Avoid believing the misconception that roses are nutrient hogs, as this can result in overfertilizing. • Choose organic ...

Targeting a soil organic matter level of 5% and maintaining a neutral pH can help optimise crop nutrition and promote good ...