The tomato looks flawless. The lettuce snaps with that fresh, green crunch. The carrots gleam after a quick rinse under the ...

The price of soil sample testing at the Soil and Plant Testing Laboratory is being reduced as the lab adopts a new testing method.

Experts urge growers to test irrigation water annually to manage pH, minerals and nutrient availability for healthier, more ...

Understanding Soil Tests: testing remains one of the most valuable tools available to growers, but knowing how to ...

Last year more than 24,000 farmers and gardeners requested soil sample testing through MU Extension. This year, the Soil and Plant Testing Laboratory in Mumford Hall is making it simpler and cheaper ...

Healthy gardens start below the surface. Learn why soil testing garden beds matters, how to collect a proper sample, and what ...

Centipede grass stands out as one of the most low-maintenance warm-season turf varieties available to homeowners across the southeastern United States. This light green grass species thrives in acidic ...

This week's gardening column addresses the importance of neutral pH in your garden soil, as well as why "princess trees" are ...

Sift the ashes through a compost sifter to remove pieces of burned wood and debris. If you don’t have a sifter, you can use ...

Phosphorus is essential for plant growth and ecosystem productivity. In many natural forests, plants rely on soil microbes to ...

In this video, I show you the best pH soil level for tomatoes and other vegetables by conducting soil tests in 3 of our garden beds. These soil tests give the pH levels and vital information about why ...

Gardeners know that healthy soils lead to healthy plants. But how do we ensure our soils have what they need for optimal plant growth and development? A soil test is a great start. Whether you opt for ...