Container gardens can feel like tiny plant apartments, and after a few seasons, the soil inside those pots can start looking ...

Soil structure refers to the spatial arrangement of mineral particles, organic matter and void spaces that together form a dynamic three-dimensional framework. This architecture governs pore size ...

Soil degradation threatens food security, water resources, biodiversity, and climate resilience. A new article explores its ...

Water scarcity and soil degradation are growing challenges in agriculture worldwide. As the sector accounts for about 70% of global freshwater use and ...

Understanding What Lies Beneath Crop Diagnostic School participants in Swift Current are getting an up-close look at the ...

Peat moss has fascinating qualities that gardeners love, but its drawbacks may surprise you. Here's what to know before ...

When water no longer makes things wet: During long heat waves, garden soil loses its ability to absorb water. Find out what ...

Take a look out at this landscape. What do you notice? Credit: Shutterstock Take a walk outside. Get some fresh air. What do you notice around you? Buildings, trees, and the sky may be on your list, ...

At the microscopic level, soil from Germany’s Black Forest is a fantastical realm—one that’s mirrored in wooded ecosystems worldwide. The newfound species seen here is one of about 1,300 known types ...

Sandy soil drains quickly, which sounds wonderful until a hot stretch arrives and the garden suddenly behaves like a colander ...