A new study has demonstrated that we now have the tools to study the incredibly complex ecosystems of caves in near real-time ...

Soil is often perceived simply as "dirt," but in reality, it is a dynamic, living system that acts as Earth's natural sponge.

The field sampling tasks for the third national soil census has completed, marking a milestone in the nationwide survey and highlighting its role in supporting China's agricultural modernization and ...

A tiny piece of moss became the crucial clue that exposed a shocking cemetery crime. Credit: Shutterstock. A moss sample ...

New developments in elemental analysis enable greater measurement accuracy, higher sample throughput, and improved safety in ...

A farmer asked me to look at one of his alfalfa fields that had very uneven growth. This field included several high areas, and that’s where the alfalfa was stunted with some signs of yellowing. We ...

Fort Bragg will start soil sampling to assess potential lead levels in the ground around select housing neighborhoods on post. The soil testing follows discussions between the Army and the ...

Knowing your soil type is as important as knowing the light conditions and rainfall averages when it comes to choosing the right plants for your garden. If you have really sandy soil, for example, you ...

While crops are still growing across the Midwest, soil fertility applications and treatments are wrapping up for the 2025 growing season. Now is the time to start preparing for next season’s soil ...

ABSTRACT: The environmental concerns about microplastics are growing among scientists, policymakers, and the public. Plastic particles smaller than 5 mm are known as microplastics, and they come from ...