Field trials conducted at the University of Queensland show microbial biotechnology could be a game-changer for farming with ...

Organic matter on top of the soil blocks the light from reaching weed seeds that are in and on the soil. Weed seeds need light to germinate. Organic matter is a coarse layer that traps water so that ...

Healthy, productive plants start with healthy garden soil. The soil feeds the plants, so it must be fertile to support plant ...

‘Seaweed provides nutrients to improve a lawn's ability to fight disease, while becoming stronger and greener,’ says Ben. ‘It ...

Healthy, properly prepared soil provides a variety of benefits. It makes plants less ... Adding Too Much Organic Matter And Expecting Immediate Results Believe it or not, applying too much organic ...

Coffee grounds are full of organic matter. To reap the benefits, compost them first so your plants have access to all the ...

CEC is the ability of soil to hold and exchange cations (positively charged nutrients). Higher CEC means better nutrient retention (more fertile soil). Clay and humus increase CEC, making nutrients ...

Mulch fills many important functions such as weed suppression, reducing wind erosion, and moderating soil temperature.

Rock outcrops, long regarded as passive geological features, may play an active and crucial role in shaping soil function in ...

CUBA CITY — Wilson Organic Farms in Lafayette County has been operating since 1848. Today, the farm is managed by a group of Wilson family members, including Chris Wilson, a Lafayette Ag Stewardship ...