Cultivation practices such as aeration and sand topdressing are necessary for turf health because they help maintain optimum organic matter (OM) levels. As a general rule, OM levels in the upper inch ...

If you want to be extra careful, test a small amount at home. Check for insects or signs of bugs before using it in your ...

What is the single most basic thing you could do to be a successful gardener? There is nothing you could do in your garden that would be more helpful than applying organic matter in and on your soil.

CORVALLIS – Adding organic matter is the best way to improve nearly all kinds of soils. If you’re unsure if your soil needs amendments, take note if it dries and cracks in summer, drains slowly or is ...

KIDDER COUNTY, N.D. -- Soil conservationist professionals like organic grain production, but they want to help organic producers quit doing so much tillage to control weeds. Kidder County (N.D.) Soil ...

Autumn is the perfect time to test your soil. The basic test results provide pH, phosphorus and potassium levels in your soil and the basis for the fertility program. Johnson County Extension Last ...