USDA NRCS Soil Carbon Amendment
See the proposed conservation practice standard for the use of biochar in agriculture.
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What's Biochar? How to Stabilize Carbon in Your Soil
Biochar, otherwise known as charcoal, is an age-old method of increasing soil health. Learn more about the science and how to make your own biochar from expert Kai Hoffman-Krull.
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5 Proven Ways to Save Water in Your Garden
1. Don't Over-Water Many people over-water which is not only wasteful but it means you are doing more work than you need to. To determine if it is time to water, look at the soil about a spade deep down. If the soil is damp, leave it alone; if it’s dry, it’s time to water. Watering in the evening when it is cooler also reduces evaporation, which saves on water usage. 2. Not all Soils Need the Same Amount ...
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5 Ways To Minimize Your Weed Growth
1. Don't wake up the seeds There are always weed seeds that lie dormant in the soil. The seeds are waiting for the sunshine to start to germinate or be awoken from a long slumber. To avoid awakening the weed seeds, don't disturb the soil. Disturbing the soil includes tilling and cultivating. But that seems somewhat impossible when trying to plant new flowers, plants or grass. ...
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