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fromModern Farmer
1 week ago

9 Soil-Feeding Cover Crops to Plant in September

No matter the type of farm, there's an advantage to planting soil-feeding cover crops ahead of fall and winter. The assistance provided depends on the crops you plant. But there is definitely one out there to help you accomplish your desired soil conditions. Whether it's soil tilth, an increase in nitrogen, or phosphorus availability, a cover crop's purpose is to improve and enrich the foundation of your farm.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Researchers call on Newsom to pay for post-fire soil testing in Los Angeles County

Environmental researchers urge California officials to fund soil testing for homes affected by wildfires to protect public health and ensure economic recovery.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

L.A. County finds high lead levels in soil on properties already cleaned by Army Corps

In the Eaton burn scar, around 27% of soil samples still had lead levels above California's state standards for residential properties, indicating ongoing contamination risks.
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