Soil Health

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — The classic microscope is getting a modern twist – US researchers are developing an AI-powered microscope system that could make soil health testing faster, cheaper, and more accessible to farmers and land managers around the world. Researchers at The University of Texas at San Antonio, USA, have successfully combined low-cost optical […] The post AI for On-Farm Soil Health Testing appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

ST. CLOUD, Minn. — The Soil Health Academy (SHA) announced that Ben Katon will serve as organizational strategist, offering planning and operational guidance as the non-profit enters a new phase of strategic growth and development. With extensive experience in strategic management and non-profit governance, Katon brings valuable insight to SHA as it refines its programming, […] The post Soil Health Academy Announces Leadership Addition appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

The classic microscope is getting a modern twist—US researchers are developing an AI-powered microscope system that could make soil health testing faster, cheaper, and more accessible to farmers and land managers around the world.

Healthy soil is much more than just dirt. It’s a vibrant, living ecosystem teeming…

AMES, Iowa—Iowa Learning Farms will host a cover crop, soil health and water quality field day near Jewell on Thursday, July 17 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Alex and Shelley Woodall’s farm. The no-cost event is open to farmers and landowners and includes a complimentary meal. Cover crops offer many benefits to farmers and […] The post Cover Crop, Soil Health and Water Quality Field Day appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

In an era dominated by technological advancements, agriculture is undergoing a profound transformation driven by innovative digital tools and scientific methodologies. Among the most promising developments is the integration of cutting-edge technology in the practice of regenerative agriculture—a holistic approach that emphasizes the restoration and long-term health of soils, bolstering biodiversity and enhancing ecosystem resilience. […]

MIDDLEPORT, N.Y. — American Farmland Trust (AFT), in collaboration with New York Soil Health, and Western New York Soil Health Alliance, invites farmers, landowners, and agricultural professionals to attend the 2025 Western New York Soil Health Field Day on Wednesday, July 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. at Zeliff Farm, 10275 Johnson Road, Middleport, […] The post AFT to Host WNY Soil Health Field Day on July 16 appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

AMES, Iowa—Iowa Learning Farms will host a relay intercropping, soil health and water quality field day near Walcott on Tuesday, July 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Paustian Family Farm. The no-cost event is open to farmers and landowners and includes a complimentary meal. In a relay intercropping system, where three crops are grown in two […] The post Relay Intercropping, Soil Health and Water Quality Field Day, July 15 appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.

Soil is undeniably the foundation of agricultural productivity, playing a pivotal role not only in supplying essential nutrients and water to crops but also in sustaining a myriad of ecological functions. This multifunctionality encompasses processes like nutrient cycling, water retention, and microbial activity, which together maintain the resilience and fertility of soil ecosystems. However, modern […]

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, […]

Minnesota's senator wanted to learn more about regenerative agriculture

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.

Cocoa farming is a vital source of income for millions of families in tropical…

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.