There are different methods one can use to harvest water and ensure the soil retains plenty of moisture, especially in arid ...

Another advantage to burying the cardboard tubes in your garden is that it attracts earthworms, which also improves water retention and soil quality. There are a few drawbacks to consider when ...

Water is a unique compound that is essential to life on Earth. In the pedosphere, the physical and chemical properties of water regulate the flow of energy and solutes, making soil water a crucial ...

1-22. Vogel, H. J. A numerical experiment on pore size, pore connectivity, water retention, permeability, and solute transport using network models. European Journal of Soil Science 51 ...

By Soncirey Mitchell Reader Staff Dirt is dirt — or is it? Anyone who’s tried to garden in North Idaho knows that our soil varies from bad to worse in most areas. My ...

Research is showing the benefits of applying solid manure over liquid manure to fields. Josh Mirabella with the University of ...

Carbon is a major component of organic matter and contributes to nutrient retention, soil structure and soil water storage—crucial elements for producing high yields. As scientists and farmers ...

They craft and maintain the structure of soils with their tunnels and burrows, allowing for the flow of nutrients, air and water throughout the ecosystems below ground. Healthy soil with good ...

Water retention supplements are a widely used type of dietary aid designed to assist individuals in minimizing bloating and fluid accumulation in their body. Common elements found in such ...