Planting ground cover in fields between cash crop growing seasons is an effective way to prevent farmland from losing soil ...

The dry spell in Ohio came at a devastating time. Less than a quarter of soy and corn crops were ready for harvest. Growers ...

From the southwestern U.S. to Minnesota, Iowa and even parts of New Jersey, it was a dismal winter. Many communities marked ...

These drought-tolerant ground covers for sun and shade demand little care or watering. We've compiled a list of the best low-maintenance ground covers for gardens.

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Early spring rain and snow have helped recharge Iowa’s soils following multiyear drought conditions, though dry conditions, ...

Soil is made up of particles known as sand, silt, and clay, plus a small portion of organic matter. These particles are ...