Pivots have been running in some Platte County soybean fields to combat soil crusting. For those who planted when the soil surface was a bit wet, the side-oriented press wheels may have closed the wet ...

After all the rain and cold weather during the end of May, the forecast calls for us to turn a corner and finally get some warm temperatures. The increase in temperature will certainly be welcomed to ...

Biocrusts play a crucial role in maintaining soil health and ecosystem sustainability, but they are currently under assault. Human activities including agriculture, urbanization, and off-road vehicle ...

Ever wonder if your garden is thriving more than you realize? Sometimes, the best clues are right under your feet. Soil is more than just the stuff that gets under your fingernails. It’s the hidden ...

Compost is a great way to recycle kitchen and garden scraps. It takes organic waste and turns it into nutrient-rich humus that can be used by plants. Composting is a way of returning to the soil what ...

Background and aims In Mediterranean steppes, Stipa tenacissima tussocks facilitate the establishment of vascular plants. We hypothesized that this effect may partially reflect the indirect ...