Mulching is one of the most accessible and effective conservation practices available to small-scale and urban farmers.

A new global study shows that increasing soil salinity is systematically reshaping the storage and distribution of soil ...

Across the world, fields and gardens are turning into lifeless crusts that repel water and resist roots. Yet the most effective way I see farmers bringing that “dead” ground back is not a new product ...

Ecosystem engineers physically modify their environment, thereby altering habitats for other organisms. Increasingly, “engineers” are recognized as an important focus for conservation and ecological ...

If your garden soil turns into a brick when it’s dry or a swamp when it’s wet, the plants aren’t being dramatic—the soil is.

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Understanding the texture of your garden soil is crucial for successful planting and gardening. Soil texture affects water retention, drainage, aeration, and nutrient ...

This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today. The very first layers of soil were ...