Contents tagged with soil
6 June 2019
To help improve British soils, a system akin to traffic lights and an MOT is in development as part of an Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) research partnership.
23 May 2019
Soil Biology and Soil Health Partnership research case study takes a closer look at the benefits of organic material additions
24 January 2019
Find out about indicators that could help you test the health of your soil
29 November 2018
Drain maintenance has been ignored for too long, AHDB’s Warrington Monitor Farm group heard on 7 November 2018.
27 November 2018
Rhynie Farm in Easter Ross, run by Donald Ross, was today (21 November) named AgriScot Scottish Arable Farm of the Year.
21 March 2024
Counting earthworms is a simple method for assessing soil biological health
19 August 2025
AHDB believes that thriving, sustainable, highly productive business for UK farmers and growers and their supply chain partners delivers a lower environmental impact and goes hand-in-hand with valuing and enhancing the natural environment.
16 May 2024
Discover how, why, and when field drainage is important, as well as best practice for installation, maintenance and repairs.
3 February 2025
Here are the pros and cons associated with the decision to either incorporate or sell straw.
2 July 2025
Guidance on good nutrient management as well as basic principles of crop nutrition, soils and fertiliser products and application.
3 December 2024
Maintaining optimum soil pH values in all parts of the field is essential in order to maintain soil quality and health, crop quality and yield. This guidance document explains why soil pH is important and outlines the impact of soil type and texture on pH.
