A $20 UMass Amherst soil test gives gardeners custom advice to improve soil, save money and help plants grow better.

The rustling of leaves and the crisp chill in the air are a clear indicator that fall has officially begun. With crops slowly coming in off the fields, now is a good time to start thinking about soil ...

To grow good plants, you need good soil. The only way to tell what your soil really needs is to take a soil test. Applying too much fertilizer could be detrimental to your plants. You could waste ...

Save money and time. A soil test tells you what you need instead of using unnecessary fertilizers. Significant amounts of ...

It’s never too early to prepare for a strong growing season. You don’t have to wait until spring to test your soil quality. Fall soil fertility testing to determine residual nutrients and soil ...

Maren Ogola is a disappointed maize farmer in West Kanyada location, Homa Bay County. She planted maize on her half an acre farm between September last year and January this year and the harvest is ...

Managing soil pH is crucial for maximizing crop yields and promoting overall soil health. The optimal soil pH is typically between 5.5 and 7.0 for most crops growing in Delaware. Maintaining a ...

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