Russian Scientists Grow Barley in Simulated Martian Soil With Microbe Mix

Researchers at Southern Federal University (SFedU) have grown the first barley sprouts from soil that replicates the Martian regolith. The scientists added a special mixture of microorganisms to the ...

Desert microbes drive soil carbon sinks in arid regions, study reveals

In a new study published in New Phytologist on Nov. 23, Prof. Zeng Fanjiang's team from the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and ...
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A Fusion Strategy for High-Accuracy Multilayer Soil Moisture Downscaling and Mapping

Abstract: Soil moisture (SM) is a critical factor influencing plant growth, agricultural yield, ecosystem functions, and water resource management. Existing SM products, such as SMAP, ERA5, and ...
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The simple soil cover that protects raised beds till spring

Raised beds make gardening easier, but winter can be hard on them. Bare soil sits there taking all the wind, rain, and ...
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15 Perennials You Should Mulch After First Hard Frost, From Our Pro Gardener

To help your perennials survive the winter, our pro gardener explains which of these you should mulch after the first hard ...