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May 21, 2020
New Faces, New Experiences: SHP Welcomes New Intern
This summer, the Soil Health Partnership welcomes Krystin Oborny to the staff as an intern. Throughout the summer, Krystin will be assisting with various SHP projects.
Read more >May 14, 2020
The Dos and Don’ts of Soil Sampling
Soil sampling can be a great step in the pursuit of healthier soils, but it is not always easy to get soil sampling right. The correct procedures yield the best data, and the best data helps farmers achieve the healthiest soil. But how do you get the best data?
Read more >April 23, 2020
The Importance of Cover Crop Planting
Cover crops have proven to show many benefits, but as farmers begin to implement them into their operations, it can be a big shift in methodology. When moving forward with this new experience, it’s becoming increasingly critical for farmers to give their cover crops as much attention as they would a cash crop.
Read more >April 20, 2020
SHP and TFI publish Nutrient Management Profiles
In partnership with The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), SHP published two profiles discussing SHP farmers who are implementing soil health management practices and the changes in their nutrient management strategy.
Read more >April 16, 2020
Carbon Insetting Framework: A Tool for Economic Incentives
At Commodity Classic, Soil Health Partnership Senior Director John Mesko introduced the new Carbon Insetting Framework that will help farmers verify and validate carbon that has been put into the ground and utilize the economic benefits that come with taking advantage of climate smart practices.
Read more >April 9, 2020
Soil Health is Not Formulaic: Soil Health Indicators Webinar Explains More
Every farmer wants their soil to be healthy; many probably already believe that it is. But how can you know for sure? Anna Teeter, Soil Health Partnership Minnesota Field Manager, walks us through soil and soil health indicators during the most recent Soil Sessions Webinar held March 31 and recorded for later viewing.
Read more >March 26, 2020
5 Ways to Evaluate the Health of Your Soil
There are three main types of soil health indicators: chemical, biological and physical. While soil testing through a laboratory is required to determine many of these, there are ways to physically assess your soil at home.
Read more >March 24, 2020
Today is National Ag Day – Share Your #soilselfie
National Ag Day is the perfect time to celebrate American farmers and how they support our food, fiber, and fuel systems. The Soil Health Partnership is celebrating National Ag Day by sharing #soilselfie – a self-portrait with soil.
Read more >March 19, 2020
3 Types of Soil Health Indicators
Soil health is the capacity of soil to function as a vital living system to sustain biological productivity, maintain environmental quality, and promote plant, animal, and human health. This is a concept that characterizes the ability of a living soil system to perform functions such as supporting plant health.
Read more >March 12, 2020
SHP Launches The People of Soil Health Podcast
The Soil Health Partnership is pleased to announce the launch of The People of Soil Health Podcast on April 7. The People of Soil Health Podcast will provide a direct connection into the network of soil health professionals who are focused on the on-farm economic and environmental benefits of soil health. SHP Senior Director John Mesko will serve as the […]
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