Soil fertility guidelines proven by many years experience worldwide, for farmers, ranchers and gardeners or anyone interested in building a top-quality soil in which to grow top-quality plants.
Topics Include:
The Farming Dilemma
Cation-Anion Connection
Nutrient Action and Interaction
Calcium, Magnesium and Tillage
The Nuances of Nitrogen, Phosporous & Potassium
Using Manures
The Sulfur Connection
Sodium - What's the Problem
Micronurients and their Application
Using Plant Tissue Analysis
Nutrients and Soil Biology
How Accurate is Your Soil Analysis?
Start with the soil. How much do you have? Maybe it is only one or more available flower pots. Or a small part of the back lawn may have to suffice. Whatever amount of space you choose, if you are new at this, start small. You can always add on as experience dictates and time and space permit. There are many sources of good information on how to begin, but one I especially recommend is ECHO (www.echonet.org) if space is limited. They even have information for those who have only a porch or a rooftop available for growing food.
For those who want to “go it on your own”, be sure to begin by having the soil tested. Use a detailed soil analysis, not just a test for pH, phosphate and potassium. There are many soil testing laboratories for this type of testing that one can find just by doing an Internet search. If interested, our company does testing for hundreds of certified organic farmers and gardeners, as well as natural, conventional and bio-dynamic growers every year. You will find our contact information at www.kinseyag.com. Please feel free to contact us about our services and the soil testing we advocate for gardens, lawns, vineyards, orchards, ranching and farming.
WHERE DO I START TO RAISE HEALTHIER FOOD?