And that level is measured in pH. Learning how to test your soil’s pH or find out how acidic your soil is easy as there are a few tools you can use. It's a good idea to perform one of these ...

The pH of a soil refers to its acidity or alkalinity and is a vital factor in plant growth. It's easy to measure and is usually listed numerically on a scale of one to 14. Acid soils have a pH of ...

Testing your soil before spring arrives is a crucial step in preparing your lawn for the growing season. A soil test provides valuable insights into the health and composition of your lawn’s ...

Managing soil pH is a crucial but often overlooked aspect of soil health and crop productivity, says Marla Riekman, a land ...

You know soil testing is important ... Soils above 7 are basic soils, while soils below 7 are acidic soils. Unbalanced pH can limit availability of phosphorous, manganese, copper, boron and ...

Uncertainty over how the state DEC will administer its legislatively required work under the state’s Freshwater Wetlands Act can sometimes color area residents’ perception of the DEC. But the agency’s ...

By Shelby Carroll N.C. Cooperative Extension As the warmth of summer approaches, now is the perfect time to prepare your garden soil for a successful growing season. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener ...

In December of 2020, village residents were told to not drink their water due to traces of perfluorononanoic acid discovered. Three weeks later a new well was put on line. The village also installed a ...