Content related to the topic: soils

The ratios of primary particles (sand, silt and clay) in soil define its texture.

Learn the key properties of the six main soil types.

Learn about the geology of soil, including soil depth, stoniness, mineralogy, and texture.

Discover the make-up of different types of soil and how soil is classified.

Find out how we deliver AHDB agronomy information

A structured way to monitor soil health is being delivered by a five-year research programme.

Find out more about the benefits of livestock manures for arable systems.

It is important to know the weed species present, as well as their abundance, status and distribution in soils.

Our Strategic Cereal Farms put cutting-edge research and innovation into practice on commercial farms around the UK.

How to ensure crops have well-developed root systems for optimum water and nutrient capture.

Typical nutrient composition of farmyard manure (FYM) from Nutrient Management Guide (RB209) Section 2 Organic materials.

Webinar: A research update from Strategic Cereal Farm Scotland