The $3 Soil Test That Could Save Your Spring Garden—And It’s Not Sold at Big Box Stores

Spring is in the air, and your garden is begging for attention. You’ve got seeds lined up, compost ready, and dreams of a ...
The New York Times

If You’re Questioning the State of Your Soil, Here’s How to Test It

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Columbus Dispatch

Garden: It is time to test your garden soil

The question I receive most frequently from vegetable gardeners: How much fertilizer should I apply? The second most frequently asked question: How can I get better vegetable yields in my garden? Both ...
Cleveland.com

Why (or why not) to test your garden soil in Northeast Ohio

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Alfred Tennyson’s thoughts may have “lightly turned to thoughts of love” in spring, but here in Northeast Ohio, many people are thinking about starting a garden. Some may then take ...
Good Good Good on MSN

Scientists plant microphones to listen to the sounds of the underground. It could transform soil health

The creative method could pave the way for researchers to detect — and fix — soil degradation.
Los Angeles Times

How to Check Your Soil for Toxic Contamination After a Wildfire

Wildfire survivors across Los Angeles County are discovering that the most dangerous consequence from a wildfire isn’t always visible. Lead, arsenic, and other toxic metals could be hiding deep in ...
LAist

Researchers call for more comprehensive soil testing after LA fires. But who should do it?

This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today. A group of environmental researchers ...