Soil is often perceived simply as "dirt," but in reality, it is a dynamic, living system that acts as Earth's natural sponge.

Crack open the surface of your garden soil and pay attention to what shows up. That dusty, dry texture doesn’t just sit there ...

Healthy soil acts like a sponge, but new research shows farming practices can damage its ability to store water and protect ...

A shovel should slide into healthy soil with satisfying ease. When the blade bounces back like it just struck concrete, the ...

Microplastics in soil can create tiny microbial hotspots, potentially reshaping soil health and the long-term sustainability of agriculture.

Soil erosion is widely known for degrading land and reducing agricultural productivity. But new research shows it may also play a far more complex and important role in regulating the global nitrogen ...

This underground universe has a profound effect on the health and vitality of our gardens. Additionally, many home gardeners may not realize this hidden ecosystem plays an important role in ...

Farmers can improve soil health and water quality by adopting no-till and reduced tillage practices. Learn how.

This Research Topic explores the impact of emerging contaminants – such as microplastics and novel synthetic compounds – on soil ecosystems, with a focus on ...

Learning how to better understand and promote soil health on farms will take centre stage in the second instalment of AFBI’s Grassland Insights – From Soil to Sward webinar series on Wednesday 18 ...