Nitrogen pollution is a serious concern for the agriculture industry. Agricultural fertilizers contain nitrogen, an essential ...

What should we do with unwanted glass bottles? Turn them back into sand and use them to grow food! Researchers are experimenting with using recycled glass to replace some or all of the soil used to ...

Local ranchers are hoping a soil health experiment will reveal clues about how they can better manage their land under dry conditions as the Colorado River basin continues to struggle under the ...

Sustainable inputs and conservation practices improve soil health. (Natural Resources Conservation Service photo) Editor’s note: This is the fourth installment of a five-part series, “Getting Grounded ...

Unearth the world beneath our feet and soil's vital role in our food system. Explore soil's crucial role in our food system as Sheril uncovers the diversity of soil types, the microorganisms vital for ...

Playing in the dirt isn’t just a summer-time activity for kids. It can be a great tool for youth to learn about the soil that Indiana farmers rely on, and Purdue Extension’s 4-H educators accomplished ...