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 ...

When forever chemicals contaminate drinking water, private well owners may be the last to know

The roughly 40 million Americans who get drinking water from wells are at particular risk when harmful forever chemicals ...
Scientific Research Publishing

Soil and Water Pollution by Mercury from Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment ()

Waste, Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Environment, Mercury, Soil, Water, Pollution Share and Cite: Krega, K. , Karka, B ...
The New York Times

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

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Feds will not test soil after LA fires cleanup. Experts warn more testing is needed.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said it will not conduct soil sampling at private properties damaged by the Palisades and Eaton fires, raising concerns about the risks of lingering contaminants and ...
Arkadelphian

Study: Insect manure boosts soil health, reduces crop damage

In addition to poultry feed, insects are grown as feed for fish, emerging markets in swine and pet food, as well as human food in energy bars ...
The Tryon Daily Bulletin

Co-Op Extension to offer free class on understanding soil test results

COLUMBUS—On Tuesday, February 17, from 2 to 4 p.m., residents are invited to attend a free class, “Understanding Your Soil ...
Mining Weekly

Key differences between geotechnical report vs soil test

Understanding the ground underneath a future building shapes everything that follows, from how deep the foundations go to ...

Tanzania is losing fertile land to soil erosion: what’s happening and what can be done

Across large parts of northern Tanzania, gully erosion – soil erosion caused by flowing water – is cutting deep scars through fertile farmland, grazing areas, roads and even villages. These gullies ...