A Changing Carbon BalanceSoil organic carbon supports soil health, water retention, nutrient cycling, soil structure, and microbial diversity. A ...

A newly engineered type of soil can capture water out of thin air to keep plants hydrated and manage controlled release of fertilizer for a constant supply of nutrients. A newly engineered type of ...

Fall soil testing helps farmers manage pH, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium levels to boost crop yields and apply ...

Researchers have discovered that using cover crops as "living mulch" between rows of maize can significantly improve soil health and nutrient cycling, offering a sustainable approach to agricultural ...

The Des Moines River braids through a flood plain in Dallas County, Iowa on July 10, 2025. Aerial Support provided by LightHawk. U.S. Geological Survey researchers developed models to better ...

Multilateral development banks are stepping up coordination to strengthen fertilizer supply chains as economic, climate and ...