Soil Health
5 articles
How Mycorrhizal Fungi Feed Your Garden: The Underground Partnership You Can Protect
Mycorrhizal fungi form a vital underground partnership with plant roots, enhancing nutrient and water uptake in exchange for plant sugars. Protecting and fostering these native fungi through mindful gardening practices is more effective than relying on commercial inoculants.
Selecting Cover Crops and Mineral Amendments for Advanced Organic Home Gardens
Advanced organic gardening involves integrating cover crops for nitrogen fixation and organic matter, alongside targeted mineral amendments like rock phosphate and greensand, to build soil fertility beyond basic composting.
How to Improve Soil Drainage for Plant Growth: A Complete Guide
All water should drain from a 12-inch deep, 12-inch diameter hole within eight hours when testing soil drainage, according to Extension .
FERTILIZER US vs. Conventional Brands: A Head-to-Head Comparison for US Farmers
This article compares FERTILIZER US's organic solutions with conventional fertilizers for American farmers, examining key differences in soil health, nutrient delivery, sustainability, and long-term value. It highlights how fertilizer choices impact crop performance, soil health, and overall farm productivity for long-term growing goals.
Regenerative farming boosts farm income despite climate fears
The United States is losing its vital topsoil 10 times faster than it’s naturally replenished, according to Earthday .