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

Healthy soil acts like a sponge, but new research shows farming practices can damage its ability to store water and protect ...

This schematic illustrates the full workflow of a new study that integrates field and literature data, correlation analysis, and predictive modeling—including machine learning and geochemical ...

Any home gardener knows they have to tailor their watering regime for different plants. Forgetting to water their flowerbed over the weekend could spell disaster, but the trees will likely be fine.

Over the years, various methods have been developed to tackle soil compaction. Techniques like composting, applying soil amendments, and introducing microorganisms have been somewhat successful.

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This Research Topic explores the impact of emerging contaminants – such as microplastics and novel synthetic compounds – on soil ecosystems, with a focus on ...

Biochar is widely promoted as a climate friendly soil amendment that can store carbon and improve crop growth. Yet scientists have long debated whether it always benefits soil ecosystems. A new study ...