Soil organic carbon (SOC) is the largest carbon pool in terrestrial ecosystems, playing a vital role in climate regulation and ecosystem sustainability. SOC accumulation involves two fundamental ...

Scientists discover that growing cover crops alongside maize improves soil health and could transform sustainable farming.

Researchers have discovered that using cover crops as "living mulch" between rows of maize can significantly improve soil ...

Soils tend to become acidic as a result of: (1) rainwater leaching away basic ions (calcium, magnesium, potassium and sodium); (2) carbon dioxide from decomposing organic matter and root respiration ...

Dr. Manbir Rakkar assistant professor of nutrient management, took over for Dr. Stephen Culman at Ohio State University. She ...

The additional carbon sink is likely to accrue through extensive improvement and expansion in forest and tree cover ...

Farmers know improving soil health can supercharge crop performance ... improving water holding capacity, storing carbon or building organic matter all stop. “The whole farm, every single ...

A recent study by scientists at the University of Florida sheds light on how soil and nutrient management practices ...

Two companies are combining efforts to enhance area farmland for growing crops with a mining byproduct that also provides a ...