The Earth's land surface is dominated by sloping landscapes. Every year, soil erosion laterally distributes on the order of 75 Gt of topsoil (Berhe et al. 2007). The coupled biogeochemical cycles of ...
To manage their fields effectively, farmers need precise information about nutrients, pH levels, and other key soil parameters. Soil composition varies not only across different areas but also at ...
The interior of the SPRUCE experimental chamber showing instruments to monitor climate changes. Soils in northern freshwater wetlands, called peatlands, are cold, water-saturated, and acidic. These ...
The jar test is a simple way to determine soil composition. Take a clear jar and fill it with three parts soil and one part ...
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, ...
Getting your garden soil ready for next year can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where to start.
(Nanowerk News) Increasingly limited land and water resources has inspired the development of precision agriculture: use of remote sensing technology to monitor air and soil environmental data in real ...
What is needed for plants to grow? How might you select which plants would be best to reforest a desert? How long do you think it might take to go from a desert to a forest? What positive and negative ...
WASHINGTON — Scientists are analyzing results from soil samples delivered several weeks ago to science instruments on NASA’s Phoenix Mars Lander to understand the landing site’s soil chemistry and ...
Rehydrate dried out potting soil with these simple methods to keep your plants thriving. When potting soil dries out too much, it gets crusty and won't soak up water well. Methods for rehydrating ...
PASADENA, Calif. — Scientists are analyzing results from soil samples delivered several weeks ago to science instruments on NASA’s Phoenix Mars Lander to understand the landing site’s soil chemistry ...