Some gardens explode with life while others struggle, and the difference almost always starts underground. Soil holds secrets ...
Government incentives, spurred by climate change fears, will likely nudge you toward reduced tillage programs and cover crops in the near future. On-farm tests conducted by Farm Journal field ...
From mild winters to heavier equipment, farmers face several uncontrollable factors, adding layers to the soil compaction problem. “Our winters have been milder, and snowfall has been lighter in ...
Most gardeners know that success depends on many factors: You can’t grow a sun-loving plant in a shady area, for example. And a shrub that loves wet places won’t do well in dry soil. But the most ...
Mulching is more important than you think.
Lawn professionals reveal that a simple lawn screwdriver test can show if turf needs aerating in just a few seconds - see how ...
Crack open the surface of your garden soil and pay attention to what shows up. That dusty, dry texture doesn’t just sit there ...
The calendar may say it’s time to get in the fields, but the soil conditions should determine our actions. After a long winter, most of us suffer from cabin fever and we want to get out and busy. This ...