New research shows how changing rainfall speeds up soil carbon loss and how biochar helps soil cope with stress.

Your yard’s soil affects more than just the plants you select at the nursery. Just as your home sits on its foundation, the foundation sits on the soil. Any shifts in the soil can impact the structure ...

The intricate roles of soil microorganisms in ecological processes such as organic matter decomposition, nutrient cycling, ...

Whether you’re growing tomatoes, managing crops or striving for the perfect lawn, soil testing is key to success. A soil test identifies nutrient levels and soil fertility, ensuring your plants get ...

Researchers led by Yue Pan at Shenyang Agricultural University tested how swings between wet and dry conditions affect soil organic carbon breakdown ...

Coastal forests are increasingly exposed to the effects of climate change and sea level rise. New experimental research examined how soils change when transplanted between parts of a tidal creek that ...

A soil transplant experiment gives new insights into coastal forests’ resilience in the face of rising seas and increasing storms Coastal change research has traditionally focused on environments ...