Finding appropriate ground covers for shady, sloped areas is challenging. This plant is perfect for the job - it prevents ...

Beejamrit is a natural, cost-effective seed treatment made from cow dung, cow urine, lime, soil, and water. It protects seeds ...

A team at China’s Zhejiang University recently studied crowded corn crop conditions to see how close quarters influences ...

"These perennial shade plants are known for their resilience, thriving in a variety of soil types as long as they have plenty of moisture," he points out. "So mulching your hostas in September ...

Large amounts of rain can also have a negative impact on the soil. “Excessive rain can lead to soil compaction, erosion, and nutrient leaching,” says Hill.

This interactive program will dig into an overview of soil composition, soil properties, and ways people can protect soil, through hands-on activities and soil painting, according to a news release.

With spring arriving, gardeners are preparing soils for this year’s planting, and many love to apply compost, which can supply nutrients, feed microbial activity, help retain soil moisture and ...

The first step in fertilizing correctly is to base the fertilizer analysis chosen on the results of a soil test.

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is teaming with businesses, nonprofits and others on a five-year, $2.4 billion program that will fund locally designed soil and water ...

A National Soil-Judging Contest Prepares College Students to Steward the Land With soil knives, scorecards, and endless enthusiasm, college students from across the country compete for the Stanley Cup ...