Many people are dissatisfied with the soil in their garden. The most common complaint is that the soil is either too sandy or ...

How can technology help map the soil (better), and what role can soil scans and scanners play in this? What is possible?

A resource at Agricultural Analytical Services Lab at Penn State can be a good first step toward determining soil health.

Understanding the differences between structural fill dirt and topsoil is crucial for anyone involved in construction and landscaping projects. The success of these projects often depends on selecting ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

First of all, you need to test the density of your clay soil. To do this, you need to scoop half a cup of the soil and soak it with some drops of water, then make it a ball in your hands. If the clay ...

Apr. 15, 2025 — Wildflowers growing on land previously used for buildings and factories can accumulate lead, arsenic and other metal contaminants from the soil, which are consumed by pollinators ...