Worms are some of the key helpers of the soil. Learn about the basics of healthy soil growth, and how to add nutrients to soil to promote healthy microorganisms, bacteria, and fungi growth while ...

Enriching the soil with nutrients is essential for thriving plants. The right amount of calcium in the soil can help plants grow healthy and strong. Test your soil first to determine how much calcium ...

In some vertical farming systems, such as no-till and strip-till, you will no longer mix nutrients deep into the soil profile with horizontal tillage. Much like you addressed soil density by removing ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Healthy soil is the number one priority for a successful garden, and there are some to-do items to get done now that will help your flowers and veggies next spring and summer.

Composting involves decomposing organic materials to create nutrient-rich soil. A compost pile needs a balance of green (nitrogen-rich) and brown (carbon-rich) materials. Maintaining proper moisture, ...

After reaping the rewards of their hard labor during harvest, farmers have one last critical step to close out the season: ensuring soil health for spring. Amending after fall harvest is ideal because ...

If you live on a property with clay soil, then you know how hard it is to grow a lush lawn. The compact structure of this ...

Did your soil struggle to support your corn or soybean crop last season? If so, you might be considering soil amendments this year. But where do you start? With the exception of fertilizer, almost ...

Amending your soil can help your garden bounce back from a cold winter. From adjusting the pH to improving the drainage, here ...

The right amount of calcium in the soil can help plants grow healthy and strong. Test your soil first to determine how much calcium you need to add, as well as the pH level. Gypsum, lime, and bonemeal ...