Soil Health

One-third of the Earth's land surface is already degraded. The UN estimates that more than 2.6 billion people are harmed by land degradation, with countries losing up to US$10.6 trillion (£7.8 trillion) a year because of damage to "ecosystem services," including the benefits people get from nature such as water and food.

An ag strategist explains ag transportation challenges. We look at a restored schoolhouse. It's time to take action against weeds. The region is at a critical point for erosion and soil health.

Modified (metal oxide) biochar is widely used for the remediation of degraded soils, but there has been limited research work on its effect on phosphorus (P) fractionation and biochemical properties under different soil conditions.

BROOKINGS, S.D. – South Dakota State University Extension is hosting an educational soil health workshop for women and couples involved in agriculture on June 20, 2025, at the Sweetheart Ranch near Iona. This hands-on workshop is a collaboration with the Svoboda family of Sweetheart Ranch and The Resilient Ranch Coach, operated by Sarah Svoboda, and […] The post SDSU Extension Hosting Hands-on Soil Health Workshop at Iona Ranch appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

AMES, Iowa—Iowa Learning Farms will host a cover crop, soil health and water quality field day Wednesday, July 2 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Hepp Farms near Rockwell City. The no cost event is open to farmers and landowners and includes a complimentary meal. Cover crops offer many benefits to farmers and landowners like improved soil health, […] The post Cover Crop, Soil Health and Water Quality Field Day to be held near Rockwell City July 2 appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

ITHACA, N.Y. — The 2025 New York Soil Health and Climate Resiliency Field Days return with a statewide series of events hosted at farms, research sites, and other locations across New York. These gatherings bring together farmers, researchers, extension educators, and conservation partners to share practical strategies for improving soil health and building resilience in […] The post 2025 NY Soil Health Field Days Announced appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Despite repeated warnings from experts, soil continues to erode at an alarming pace. Soil health advocates say it's passed time to do something about it.

Wyatt Feldner, agricultural technician for the Monroe Soil and Water Conservation District, provides a rundown of indicators of soil health in pastures. The post Recognize soil health indicators in pastures appeared first on Farm and Dairy.

PULASKI, N.Y. — In partnership with NYS Soil Health Program, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County will be hosting a Soil Health & Climate Resiliency Field Day on Tuesday, June 24th from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Grindstone Farms located in Pulaski, NY. Building soil health can help farms adapt to extreme weather, suppress weeds, […] The post Soil Health Field Day Held in June appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Like many organic vegetable growers getting started in the 80s, we judged the health of the soil by its look, smell, and feel, and by counting the number of earthworms. We also measured soil quality by the performance of the crops and by using standard soil tests that included soil organic matter analysis and cation base saturation percentages. Most importantly, we judged the health of the soil by how well we realized the specific soil management objectives for our farm. Right from the start, we decided we wanted to grow field vegetables without irrigation, reduce weed pressure using cover crops and bare fallow periods, and rely on the composted manure from our work horses as the only organic matter input for the market garden. By this criteria, we have achieved decent soil health on our farm. The post Getting Testy: A Forty Year Soil Health Experiment appeared first on Small Farmer's Journal.

In the dynamic landscape of sustainable agriculture, the health of soil remains an imperative foundation for food security, especially across Africa’s vast smallholder farming systems. A groundbreaking review recently published in npj Sustainable Agriculture meticulously examines the influence of organic inputs on soil health, placing significant emphasis on the critical role of localization in tailoring […]

ITHACA, N.Y. — New York Soil Health is now accepting applications for its 2025 Soil Health Mini-Grants. The program offers funding for research, extension, and outreach projects that support improved soil management practices across rural and urban areas of New York State. From 2022 to 2024, the initiative funded 29 organizations and reached more than […] The post 2025 NY Soil Health Grants – Apply by June 16 appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

The CEO of the United Soybean Board says it’s unclear what will happen with the Farmers for Soil Health sustainability initiative. “Like a lot of other programs, we’re in a wait-and-see at the moment.” Lucas Lentsch tells Brownfield… “We know, farmers know and every farmer in our board room understands the resiliency of agriculture and […] The post Farmers for Soil Health in a wait-and-see appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Join Stetcyn Maldonado and Tom Johnson from Project Apis m. as they explore how weeds can serve as powerful indicators of vineyard health—often revealing potential problems before they become critical. In this insightful episode of American Vineyard Live, you’ll discover what different weeds can tell you about your soil and how they reflect the overall … The post What Weeds are Telling You About Your Soil Health with American Vineyard Live appeared first on California Ag Network.

ORONO, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will present a 7-part online lunch and learn series intended to help farmers take their soil health to the next level. The sessions will be held from noon–1 p.m. on Tuesdays, May 27 to July 8. The sessions are for farmers who have experience with soil health […] The post UMaine Extension Features Soil Health in Virtual Lunch and Learn Series appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Join Stetcyn Maldonado and Tom Johnson from Project Apis m. on May 9th at 10am as they discuss how to understand vineyard soil conditions better by the weeds that are thriving. Strategies for remediation and scouting tips will be a primary focus. Walk away with several actionable items to improve your soil health! Register to … The post American Vineyard Live: What Weeds are Telling you About your Soil Health appeared first on California Ag Network.

Research is showing the benefits of applying solid manure over liquid manure to fields. Josh Mirabella with the University of Wisconsin-Madison is researching soil health and fertility comparing unprocessed liquid manure, manure that has had the liquid removed, and no manure applications at all. “Both in terms of their overall impact on nitrogen dynamics in […] The post Manure study examines nitrogen retention, soil health appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

In an era where global food security and environmental sustainability have become pressing challenges, groundbreaking research from the Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW) reveals compelling insights into soil management practices that could revolutionize agricultural productivity and sustainability. Published today in the prestigious journal Science, this extensive study demonstrates that reducing the intensity of soil management, […]

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The Nebraska Soil Health School, coordinated by Bijesh Maharjan, associate professor and extension specialist at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Panhandle Research, Extension, and Education Center, was modeled and developed in 2023-2024 to meet the needs...

Dhaincha, also known as Sesbania bispinosa , is a leguminous plant that grows quickly and is lauded for its contribution to environmentally responsible agriculture. In addition to its abilities to improve soil health, fix nitrogen, and provide fodder for cattle, it is a plant that is native to tropical regions and extremely valuable. Green manure […] This information Dhaincha (Sesbania bispinosa): The Complete Guide to Soil Health, Fodder, & Sustainable Farming appeared first on AgriFarming

BROOKINGS, S.D. – South Dakota State University Extension is inviting South Dakota farmers to participate in a new soil health survey. The new nationwide project is called “Probing Our Country’s Soil Health” and is looking for 80 South Dakota farmers to participate. The project leaders are working to understand the status of soil health around the country and use that […] The post 80 Farmers Needed for Nationwide Soil Health Project: Enroll Today appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

BELLINGHAM, Wash. — Join Washington State University (WSU) as the Washington Soil Health Initiative (WaSHI) Extension Coordinator. The Extension Coordinator will support WSU, Washington State Department of Agriculture, and the State Conservation Commission, to empower landowners to identify soil health issues, research solutions, and improve the health of Washington soils. The WaSHI Extension Coordinator will: […] The post The Washington Soil Health Initiative Is Hiring! appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

BROOMFIELD, Colo. — Ever wondered how your field’s soil health is doing? Bring the doctor to your field with the new STAR (Saving Tomorrow’s Agriculture Resources) Tool. Using an online application, Colorado producers can find out how their field ranks on a nationally recognized scale that assesses the health of their soil. The free, straightforward, easily interpretable […] The post How’s Your Soil Health? Get a Rating (And More!) With the New Star Tool appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

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Through a collaboration with the OpenGeoHub Foundation, we have developed a soil health monitoring network for the Autonomous Community of the Basque Country. The sampling design follows a stratified random approach, in line with the proposed EU directive on soil monitoring and resilience. Using various covariates related to climate, soil, and landscape, we identified nine […]

MADISON, Wis. — The UW Bean Team is studying the connection between cover crop usage, soil health metrics, and soybean yields. A great deal of research has been conducted on soil health in soybean systems including some recent work by UW Bean Team member, Lindsay Malone. Our goal is to build off this research by focusing […] The post Soybean Farmers, Interested in Learning About Your Soil Health? appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Do you grow potatoes commercially? Are you wondering what the soil health of your fields are? There is an opportunity to get a free soil health test with MSU’s Soil Health & Ecosystem Ecology Lab through a newly funded research project with the Michigan Potato Industry Commission. The team of researchers […] The post Free Soil Health Testing Offered to Potato Farmers appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The new nationwide project called “Probing Our Country’s Soil Health” has launched, and 65 Minnesota farmers are being asked to participate. The project centers around improving a tool called the Soil Health Assessment Protocol and Evaluation (or SHAPE). “One of our nation’s greatest resources is our soils,” said Fabian Fernandez, University […] The post Enroll today: 65 MN Farmers Needed for Nationwide Soil Health Project appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Regenerative Agriculture: A Path Forward for Soil Health and Global Food Security The global food system heavily relies on the ability of farmers to produce food sustainably, yet the increasing intensification of agricultural practices in response to substantial demands has precipitated a critical scenario of soil degradation. A staggering 60% of soils within the European […]

Regenerative Agriculture: A Path Forward for Soil Health and Global Food Security The global food system heavily relies on the ability of farmers to produce food sustainably, yet the increasing intensification of agricultural practices in response to substantial demands has precipitated a critical scenario of soil degradation. A staggering 60% of soils within the European […]

Hello organic okra growers, We are back with very useful information about the “best organic fertilizers for okra plantations in tropical regions for sustainable okra farming and tropical soil management. Okra, often known as “ladies finger,” is a species of Abelmoschus esculentus that thrives in tropical places that receive a lot of sunlight and have […] This information Best Organic Fertilizers for Okra Plantations | Boost Yield & Soil Health appeared first on AgriFarming

Tracking the use of practices like reduced tillage and cover crops that promote healthy soil is challenging but critical to gauge progress towards regional and state goals. By combining remote sensing, USDA Agricultural Census data, and state-reported cost-share, we’ve pulled together a county-level dataset that can serve as a baseline for comparison to track changes […] The post The state of Minnesota's soil health appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

CHICO, Calif. — This two-day event will explore the latest in regenerative agriculture practices: Day 1 (March 20): Regenerative Row Cropping Day 2 (March 21): Regenerative Rangeland Systems LOCATION: Chico State University Farm 311 Nicholas C Shouten Lane Chico, California Come to one or both days for informative presentations from expert speakers, hands-on field visits, and live […] The post Join Us for California Soil Health Field Days! appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

HomeScienceVol. 387, No. 6737Assessing soil health with underpantsBack To Vol. 387, No. 6737 Full accessLetterOutside the Tower Share on Assessing soil health with underpantsS. Franz Bender [email protected] and Marcel G. A. van der Heijden [email protected]Authors Info & AffiliationsScience27 Feb 2025Vol 387, Issue 6737p. 936 PREVIOUS ARTICLEStop regression of EU conservation lawsPreviousNEXT AR…

The Soil Health Academy has announced that Kent Donica has been selected as secretary/treasurer of the non-profit regenerative agriculture education organization. SHA also announced that Doug Voss has been selected as SHA’s first executive director. Donica is a fourth-generation rancher from southern Oklahoma and a consultant for the regenerative agriculture consulting firm Understanding Ag, LLC. … The post Soil Health Academy Selects New Board Member, Executive Director appeared first on California Ag Network.

In September 2018, the Pichu Pichu volcano in Peru experienced a devastating wildfire that consumed nearly two thousand hectares of shrubland, impacting one of the most ecologically sensitive regions of the Andes. Unlike Mediterranean ecosystems, which have adapted to withstand fire through various evolutionary strategies, the volcanic soils found in Arequipa, one of the aridest […]

AMES, Iowa — The Iowa Learning Farms (ILF) conservation webinar taking place Feb. 19 at noon CST will feature Christine Sprunger, associate professor of soil health, Michigan State University. Sprunger’s research focuses on the intersection of agriculture and the environment, where she investigates how climate change impacts crop production, nutrient cycling, soil food webs and rhizosphere dynamics. In addition, […] The post Iowa Learning Farms Webinar: Soil Health and Nematode Linkages appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

A vast field of tall, skinny trees sways in a light breeze. In the future, poplar trees in a scene like this could be a source of sustainable fuel to power aircraft or heavy vehicles. They could also help us store more carbon in the soil. Both bioenergy and carbon storage are important strategies for reducing the amount of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere that causes climate change.

CalCAN staff recently spent some time visiting farmers in the Imperial Valley, which produces approximately two-thirds of the nation’s vegetable consumption during the winter months and ranks 9th in the state in terms of value of agricultural production by county. The post Imperial Valley Farmers Embrace Programs to Reduce Water Use and Build Soil Health appeared first on CalCAN - California Climate & Agriculture Network.

Researchers have discovered that using cover crops as "living mulch" between rows of maize can significantly improve soil health and nutrient cycling, offering a sustainable approach to agricultural management.

According to Water Education Colorado, beef cattle are the top agricultural commodity in our state, with nearly 2 million of those cattle and calves residing in eastern Colorado. Simultaneously, pastureland accounts for 88% of the...

A southern Illinois based agronomist says focusing on soil health in the midst of the economic downturn can benefit farmers in the long run. Nick Frederking with AgriGold tells Brownfield, “We always like to check for CEC and organic matter to understand the holding capacity of our soil and how much mineralization we might be able […] The post A focus on soil health appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Scaling soil restoration requires effective, economically viable solutions. Biofertilizers and biostimulants are emerging as critical tools for this effort. The post StrongSoil’s 80% yield increase success rate shows potential to restore soil health at scale appeared first on AgFunderNews.

Farmers placed clumps of soil into metal mesh baskets, submerged the baskets into jars of water, then watched to see if their soil held together. The slake test, conducted at the Soil Health Field Day in Woodland, measured soil health. Healthier soil, which contains more organic matter and bioactivity and can better support plant growth, … The post Preparing Soil for Winter can Protect Soil Health appeared first on California Ag Network.

Wichita, KS – December 10, 2024 – Now farmers can access tied-up phosphorus in their soil through the new enzyme mode of action in PHOSFORCE™ nutrient enhancer from Koch Agronomic Services. This novel phosphorus use efficiency product works immediately to create more plant-available phosphorus in soils, resulting in optimal crop root systems, increased yield and […]

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ONLINE — With the rise of the soil health movement, farmers and agricultural professionals are facing an influx of products claiming to revolutionize soil health. From “activators” and “boosters” to “revitalizers” and “stimulators,” the market is saturated with soil health products making bold promises. But how many of these claims are backed by independent research? […] The post How to Approach Soil Health Products Webinar appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

The rapid expansion of utility-scale solar farms across the U.S. has brought much-needed renewable energy to the grid. However, this boom has forced many project owners to look for less-than-desirable land to keep up with current growth. In many cases, solar installations are being built on farmland that’s never had to comply with the level… The post Mitigating soil health and erosion risks on utility-scale solar projects Proactively addressing issues can save developers time, money and their reputation. appeared first on Solar Power World.

SCHAGHTICOKE, N.Y. — Presented by the Agricultural Stewardship Association Inc. and Cornell Cooperative Extension, the Soil Health for Vegetable Growers Meeting will take place at the Tiashoke Farm Store, 11834 […] The post Soil Health for Vegetable Growers Meeting appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

ALFRED, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension in York County is offering a soil health workshop from 9 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. on Friday, December 13 at the York […] The post UMaine Extension to Host Soil Health Day in York County appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Jesse Allen continues our NAFB Convention reporting in Kansas City, MO with the United Soybean Board. He’s joined by Jack Cornell, Board Director of Sustainable Supply from the United Soybean Board and Patrick O’Leary, Minnesota farmer and USB Farmer-Leader. Q: We’ve been doing the Sustainable Soy Updates on Agriculture of America over the last several […]

BROOMFIELD, Colo. — This fall, Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) Soil Health Specialists helped at five local, district, and state range judging competitions for Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapters. […] The post Colorado Soil Health Program Joins FFA Range Judging appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

MADISON, Wis. — Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Wisconsin Water and Soil Health (WWASH) Conference, taking place December 17-18, 2024, at the Kalahari Resort and Conference Center in […] The post Wisconsin Water and Soil Health Conference appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Celebrating the vital importance of soil health during the inaugural Ohio Soil Health Week, the School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR) in The Ohio State University […] The post Celebrate Ohio Soil Health Week at Nov. 12 Breakfast Event appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

The School of Environment and Natural Resources at Ohio State University’s CFAES will host an Environmental Professionals Network breakfast Nov. 12. The post Breakfast to mark Ohio Soil Health Week appeared first on Farm and Dairy.

“It's not how much rain you get but how much rain you can keep.” As I write this in late Oct 2024, we have had no measurable rainfall for the entire month here in west-central Indiana. If you look at the August-through-October total rainfall here, we have not been this dry since 2010, and we've […] The post Closing the Soil Health ‘Knowledge Gap:’ Lessons from the FFA Convention appeared first on Understanding Ag.

The executive director of Farmers for Soil Health says the program is helping farmers make a meaningful environmental impact through cover crops. Ben West says the group offers cost-share and technical assistance opportunities in twenty states. “And really, the program is open to two kinds of farmers.”  He says, “Those who have not used cover […] The post Farmers for Soil Health enrollment open appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

URBANA, Ill. — Germán Bollero, dean of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty for the sake of […] The post ACES Dean Bollero Digs into Soil Health Through 'I Soiled My Undies' Challenge appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Corn crops have a voracious appetite for nitrogen. Purdue University scientists are investigating whether mulching Kura clover, a perennial legume, can provide sufficient nitrogen for corn, thus […] The post Purdue Tests Effects of Perennial Cover Crops on Soil Health and Corn Production appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

COLUMBUS — From November 10-16, 2024, the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association (OEFFA), members of its Ohio Soil Health Initiative (OSHI), and partners will celebrate the inaugural Ohio Soil […] The post First Annual Ohio Soil Health Week to Take Place appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

ST. LOUIS — Farmers for Soil Health empowers farmers to lead the charge in sustainability—putting real money directly into their hands to drive change where it matters most: at the farm level. With enrollment now open, the program offers an opportunity for farmers to make a meaningful impact on soil health while benefiting financially. In […]

ST. LOUIS — Farmers for Soil Health empowers farmers to lead the charge in sustainability—putting real money directly into their hands to drive change where it matters most: at the […] The post Farmers for Soil Health Initiative Seeks to Double Cover Crops by 2030 appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

An assistant professor of agronomy at Purdue University says his department is looking at how using Kura clover as a cover crop can impact corn production.   Yichao Rui says the system could help boost nitrogen in the soil.  “Integrating perennial Kura clover into a corn production system might be one of the ways to enhance the sustainability […] The post The effects of perennial cover crops on soil health appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

MONTEREY, Calif. — The Organic Grower Summit (OGS), set for December 4-5, 2024, is excited to announce a comprehensive lineup of expert-led seminars, industry-leading speakers and a special keynote panel, opened […] The post Organic Grower Summit Features Ag Tech, Soil Health and Market Trends appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Corn crops have a voracious appetite for nitrogen. Purdue University scientists are investigating whether mulching Kura clover, a perennial legume, can provide sufficient nitrogen for corn, thus reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers while enhancing soil organic carbon storage.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln team led by Bijesh Maharjan, associate professor and extension specialist at UNL’s Panhandle Research, Extension and Education Center, accomplished another successful series of Nebraska Soil Health Schools hosted by the USDA...

EAST LANSING, Mich. — On Sept. 10-12, 2024, 44 farmers converged with soil health and grazing experts Gabe Brown, Allen Williams and Jeremy Sweeten on Sweeten Farms near Dafter, Mich. […] The post Upper Peninsula Farm Hosts Successful Soil Health Academy appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

The South Dakota Fresh Connect website was recently launched to help connect consumers and local food producers in urban and rural communities across the state.

HIGHLAND, N.Y. — The Ulster County Soil and Water Conservation District (UCSWCD) has been awarded $166,400 by New York State to support a multi-farm initiative aimed at enhancing soil health […] The post Ulster Co. SWCD Awarded $166,400 for Soil Health Management appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Maintaining soil health is crucial for sustainable agriculture. Recently, soil volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have emerged as promising indicators for assessing soil health. A new study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of soil VOC profiles as indicators of soil health in soybean fields.

MADISON, Wis. — The UW–Madison Division of Extension is excited to announce a series of free Soil Health Workshops scheduled throughout October 2024. These workshops aim to equip farmers, land managers, and individuals working with landowners with the knowledge and tools necessary to enhance precipitation infiltration and soil health practices. Participants will have the opportunity to […] The post Free Soil Health Workshops Across Wisconsin in October appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

SCHOHARIE, N.Y. — Come learn about soil health and cover cropping at Fox Creek Farm in Schoharie on Friday 10/4/24. Owners, Sara and Raymond Luhrman will share their simple cover cropping program that has maintained productive soils over almost 20 years of intensive vegetable production. Walk the fields, see their fall cover crops growing, ask […] The post Fall Vegetable Farm Soil Health and Cover Crop Meeting appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

CLEARWATER, Minn. — The Sustainable Farming Association (SFA) and Bionutrient Food Association (BFA) will host a “Biological Systems, Soil Health, and Nutrient Density” intensive workshop on Oct. 4 and 5, 2024, at Thousand Hills Lifetime Grazed in Clearwater, Minn. Facilitated by Dan Kittredge, the founder and executive director of BFA, the course focuses on increasing […] The post Workshop to Link Biological Systems, Soil Health and Nutrient Density of Food appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites Wisconsin farmers to attend any of a series of Soil Testing and Soil Health Workshops happening this fall across the state. During the workshops, staff from DATCP, University of Madison–Extension, and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will present on the […] The post 2024 Soil Testing and Soil Health Workshop Series to Be Offered This Fall appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

JUNEAU, Wis. — This week’s episodes of The Dairy Signal from Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) will dive into topics to improve land, operations and bottom line for today’s dairy producers. The Tuesday episode will focus on soil health, with an overview of robotic milking systems on Wednesday. The regular market and economic news update returns […] The post Dairy Signal: Soil Health, Robotic Milking Systems and Market News appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

HOUSTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture has chosen a University of Houston project as one of 12 nationwide aimed at improving soil health and productivity through innovative tools and techniques. The UH project will help develop a new nutrient management strategy to grow crops in poor-quality soils and […] The post University of Houston Part of a $7.9M Effort to Promote Soil Health appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

DICKINSON, N.D. — Roots, microbes, nutrient cycling, organic matter, and mycorrhizal fungi will be among the topics discussed at a soil health workshop on Sept. 18, hosted by North Dakota State University’s Dickinson Research Extension Center (DREC). The workshop begins at 8 a.m. and concludes at 2 p.m., MDT. The morning session, held from 8 […] The post Soil Health Events Planned for Sept. 18-19 appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Director Tim Boring has announced a $4 million research grant with the University of Michigan (U of M) as […] The post MDARD Grants $4 million to University of Michigan Supporting On-Farm Soil Health Research appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. — Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Wisconsin Water and Soil Health (WWASH) Conference, set to take place on December 17th and 18th, 2024, at the […] The post Wisconsin Water and Soil Health Conference appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Plan to attend the latest Nebraska Soil Health School on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at Fort Robinson State Park, located at Soldier Creek Road and U.S. Highway 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the...

The newly formed company, operating under the EarthOptics name, will lead Predictive Agronomy. The post EarthOptics, Pattern Ag Merge to Digitize Soil Health for Climate and Agriculture appeared first on CropLife.

ARLINGTON, VA and EMERYVILLE, CA – August 28, 2024 – EarthOptics and Pattern Ag have merged, creating a category leader in soil digitization to power advanced crop management and climate sustainability. The newly combined soil intelligence company will be the authoritative source of soil insights and the leader in Predictive Agronomy. Its comprehensive data will enable […]

Festival season is in full flow, and like any self-respecting plant-soil biogeochemist attending a local music festival, I'm curious about how these outdoor events might modify important nutrient cycles.

GREENWICH, N.Y. — The 2024 Soil Health and Climate Resiliency Field Days continue with five more events showcasing soil health and climate resilience practices in various cropping systems across New York. Organized by the New York Soil Health initiative in collaboration with regional partners and farms, these events provide attendees with actionable knowledge and innovative […] The post NYS Soil Health and Climate Resilience Field Days appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Microphones stuck in soil can be a good measure of health, according to Australian and Chinese ecologists. The team, which has published a study in the Journal of Applied Ecology, has found that soundscapes recorded from soil differ depending on its level of restoration. “It’s a bit of a rudimentary analogy, but we liken it […]

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. — The West Central Research, Extension and Education Center will host its 20th annual Water, Crops and Soil Health Field Day on Sept. 5 at 8:30 a.m.All area producers are encouraged to...

The Nebraska Soil Health School will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at Fort Robinson State Park, located at Soldier Creek Road and U.S. Highway 20. Hosted by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and...

Barely audible to human ears, healthy soils produce a cacophony of sounds in many forms -- a bit like an underground rave concert of bubble pops and clicks. Special recordings made by ecologists show this chaotic mixture of soundscapes can be a measure of the diversity of tiny living animals in the soil, which create sounds as they move and interact with their environment.

Barely audible to human ears, healthy soils produce a cacophony of sounds in many forms—a bit like an underground rave concert of bubble pops and clicks.

Barely audible to human ears, healthy soils produce a cacophony of sounds in many forms – a bit like an  underground rave concert of bubble pops and clicks. Credit: Flinders University Barely audible to human ears, healthy soils produce a cacophony of sounds in many forms – a bit like an  underground rave concert of […]

SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. — The Nebraska Soil Health School will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at Fort Robinson State Park, located at Soldier Creek Road and U.S. Highway 20. Hosted by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), the schools are designed to build upon soil-related knowledge and practices […] The post New Focus for September Nebraska Soil Health School appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

FARGO, N.D. — The use of winter annual cereals to promote soil health properties and suppress annual weeds has become more of the normal for many farmers in U.S., says North Dakota State University Extension specialists. Winter cereals provide green, active-growing plants during the fall and early-winter periods and are the first to green up […] The post Winter Cereal Crops Provide Forage for Livestock, Soil Health Benefits appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Vergenoegd Löw, one of the country's oldest working farms in Stellenbosch has been using Indian Runner ducks since 1984 to fight pests, among other solutions that work with nature and not against it.

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Applications will soon open for the latest round of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) Soil Health Financial Assistance Program grants. The grants are available to individual producers, producer groups, and tribal and local governments to purchase or retrofit soil health equipment. Grant awards will provide up to 50% cost-share, with a […] The post New Funding Available to Help Improve Minnesota’s Soil Health appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

GreenSolutions will be using BeCrop Trials from Biome Makers to measure the effects of its biological products on soil biology. The post AMVAC GreenSolutions Partners With Biome Makers to Invest in Improved Soil Health appeared first on CropLife.

American Farmland Trust and ADM are launching the next season of a program that supports Illinois farmers and the environment.

Farmers for Soil Health is an initiative led by the Soy Checkoff, Pork Checkoff, and National Corn Growers Association. In this Pods for Profit, we’ll hear how one longtime cover crop soybean farmer is taking advantage of the incentivizes and about the benefits he’s seen from nearly 25 years of using cover crops in his rotation. The post Farmers for Soil Health Wants to Cover More Acres appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.

Farmers for Soil Health is searching for grower partners. Kristin Poley with Michigan Corn tells Brownfield more than 5,000 new cover crop acres in the state were enrolled last growing season for the cost share program and farmers can start signing up for 2025. “The incentive is a $50 per acre cover crop cost share […] The post Farmers for Soil Health open for 2025 sign ups appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.