Moisture levels in sand play a critical role in construction and manufacturing. Too much water can weaken concrete, while too little can affect the mixing and moulding processes. A sand moisture meter ...

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I recently heard about the Extech MO55, dual-function moisture meter that retails for about $80 on Amazon. I'm a big fan of my $475 Protimeter Surveymaster moisture meter for all-purpose use, as well ...

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Given how easy it is to kill plants by overwatering, these devices are tempting – but can they beat simply sticking your finger in the soil?

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Measuring soil moisture with time-domain reflectometry (TDR) sensors can aid in turfgrass water conservation efforts and help improve playing conditions. However, information is lacking on the ...

If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. “I haven’t killed a plant since I bought it,” one reviewer wrote By Maggie Horton Maggie Horton is a shopping writer and plant parent who ...

The relationship between wood and moisture is dynamic, not static. Even after green wood has been dried, it still absorbs or releases moisture depending on the ambient conditions surrounding it. These ...

Q: I have a 4-year-old lemon tree about 6 feet high with lots of lemons about the size of large marbles. I also have a lot of lemons the size of peas that are dropping to the ground. I never had this ...