If your garden could talk, late autumn would be the time it lets out a long sigh and says, “Please, just fix my pH before I go to sleep.” It’s easy to forget that soil doesn’t stop working when the ...

When farmers talk about their soil test results, the conversation often starts and ends with soil pH. While that one number is important to determining whether lime is needed, that insight is just a ...

Soil is more than just dirt—it’s the foundation for every thriving garden. From nutrient-rich topsoil to the perfect pH balance, understanding your soil’s makeup is key to healthy plants. With the ...

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 ...

Person harvesting a head of red cabbage - Svetlana Verbitskaya/Getty Images One of the best ways to prep your soil for successful planting in the garden is to understand its pH level. Measuring the pH ...

Stop guessing on fertilizer. Learn how soil testing maximizes crop yields, reduces input costs and protects regional water ...

A new study reveals that soil acidity plays a critical role in determining how wheat competes with soil microorganisms for nitrogen, a nutrient essential for plant growth and global food production.