Topsoil is essential to life, but we are losing a lot. Why? Erosion is a geological process that can forever change the landscape. Learn how erosion impacts top soil and what that means for all of us.

Be part of answering today’s biggest environmental questions with a soil science graduate degree from UW. UW’s soil science program is small enough to provide students with individual attention and ...

Sheryl Grey is a freelance writer who specializes in creating content related to education, aging and senior living, and real estate. She is also a copywriter who helps businesses grow through expert ...

Unearth the world beneath our feet and soil's vital role in our food system. Explore soil's crucial role in our food system as Sheril uncovers the diversity of soil types, the microorganisms vital for ...

What is needed for plants to grow? How might you select which plants would be best to reforest a desert? How long do you think it might take to go from a desert to a forest? What positive and negative ...

The range of climates and environments across China pose distinct challenges for farming systems. Different agricultural approaches are needed for three major soil types found in the country: saline ...

Soil biogeochemical data are important for understanding ecosystem dynamics, guiding sustainable land management practices, and mitigating and adapting to climate change. This Collection features a ...

Bacteria and other microorganisms are abundant throughout soils and deep into the ground and serve an essential role in the global ecosystem through various biochemical processes, particularly ...