Field trials conducted at the University of Queensland show microbial biotechnology could be a game-changer for farming with ...

This exponential population growth is accompanied by climate change, bringing challenges such as floods, droughts, pests, ...

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

Organic matter on top of the soil blocks the light from reaching weed seeds that are in and on the soil. Weed seeds need light to germinate. Organic matter is a coarse layer that traps water so that ...

Michigan State University research studying the long-term impact of agricultural practices on soil organic matter has reached ...

“Management zones can help us dial that in.” The bacteria that break down organic matter don’t work well in highly acidic soils. Organic matter can tie up important nutrients, including nitroge ...

Starting an organic vegetable garden at home is a rewarding and sustainable way to enjoy fresh, healthy produce all year ...

Rock outcrops, long regarded as passive geological features, may play an active and crucial role in shaping soil function in ...

In a new article published in Matter, Dr Chakraborty explores how Metal-Organic Frameworks are emerging as transformative ...

What’s in a word? Well, if it’s the word dirt or soil, it turns out, it’s a lot. While most people, myself included, often ...