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41 pages found in Soils:

A Compendium of On-Line Soil Survey Information
wide.
http://www.itc.nl/~rossiter/research/rsrch_ss.html

Agricultural Chemicals and the Soil
productive soils, pests and diseases.
http://eap.mcgill.ca/publications/eap1.htm

Bob Lippert's Frequently Asked Questions
A categorised list of FAQs about soil and plant testing. From Clemson University, South Carolina.
http://hubcap.clemson.edu/~blpprt/bobweb/bobweb.html

California Soil Resource Laboratory
scale soil survey studies and the production of an online soil survey.
http://casoilresource.lawr.ucdavis.edu/

Composting and Soils
Basic information on how to produce and use compost, building compost and worm bins and improving soil health.
http://your.kingcounty.gov/solidwaste/composting-soils/index.asp

Crop and Soil Management
From Penn State University. Includes chapters on soil management and fertility.
http://agguide.agronomy.psu.edu/cm/default.cfm

European Soil Data Center
Portal providing data and information on soils at European level.
http://eusoils.jrc.ec.europa.eu/

Eurosoil 2004
12, 2004) for soil scientists and practitioners from all to discuss the part played by soils in terrestrial ecosystems. Information about conference aims, details of program, excursions and symposia. Details on fees, accommodation and organization.
http://www.bodenkunde.uni-freiburg.de/eurosoil/

Expert-N
A development system for nitrogen turnover models to simulate the N cycle in arable agriculture. The system consists of modular model components for soil water flow, for soil heat and N transport and for crop growth. Available for download.
http://www.helmholtz-muenchen.de/en/iboe/expertn/

Forest Soils Archive
Information of interest to the forest soils community with a discussion group and links to other sites with forest soils information.
http://www.forestsoils.org/S-7/

Guidelines for Soil Sampling
Provides information on taking representative samples, sampling equipment, timing and handling samples.
http://www.ianrpubs.unl.edu/epublic/pages/publicationD.jsp?publicationId=831

IACR-Rothamsted
Formerly known as Rothamsted Experimental Station; the main site of the Institute of Arable Crops Research. Resources, details of research, and information for the lay public.
http://www.rothamsted.ac.uk/

ISRIC - World Soil Information
This is the World Data Center for Soils. Responsible for collecting, archiving, and distributing data and research information.
http://www.isric.org/

Management Strategies to Reduce the Rate of Soil Acidification
Information on the causes of soil acidity, different types of acidity and the effects of various types of fertilizers with some recommended management strategies.
http://www.ianrpubs.unl.edu/epublic/pages/publicationD.jsp?publicationId=111

NRCS Soils
From the Natural Resources Conservation Service (United States). An extensive collection of articles and resources.
http://soils.usda.gov/

Natural Resources Conservation Service, NRCS
Formerly the U.S. Soil Conservation Service. NCRS program areas include soil survey, conservation assistance, farmland protection, grazing lands conservation, and watershed protection.
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/

Nutrient Content of Crops
Provides a software tool that estimates nutrients removed from the soil by different crops.
http://plants.usda.gov/npk/

Physical Characteristics of Growing Mixes
Ohio State University Extension fact sheet explaining texture and structure, aeration and water retention, and how container shape and watering routines affect performance.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/1000/1251.html

Soil
Educative information about what soil is, how it is formed and how it is lost. Focus on soil conservation and soil ecology.
http://www.seafriends.org.nz/enviro/soil/

Soil Biological Communities
Educational site describing soil and the life forms in it. basic introduction to the soil making process. Special pages for Kids.
http://www.blm.gov/nstc/soil/index.html

Soil Chemistry at the University of New Hampshire
Course syllabus, goals and expectations.
http://pubpages.unh.edu/~harter/soil702.html

Soil Compaction and Drainage
Article discussing the damage that can be caused to soils through shallow and deep compaction, what research has shown, and some ways to counteract the problem.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/b301/index.html

Soil Horizons
Research and soil science issues from New Zealand.
http://www.landcareresearch.co.nz/research/research_details.asp?Research_Content_ID=22

Soil Management
Indian Agricultural Resources Portal for farmers and experts in soil management.
http://www.indiaagronet.com/indiaagronet/soil_management/Soil_mgmt.htm

Soil Physics and Soil Hydrology Program
Details of courses, research and faculty at The Laboratory of Soil Physics and Soil Hydrology, University of Tokyo.
http://soil.en.a.u-tokyo.ac.jp/english/chisui-e.html

Soil Sampling for Precision Agriculture
Provides guidance on basic sampling principles to provide the necessary information for variable rate fertilizer application. [PDF]
http://www.ianrpubs.unl.edu/epublic/live/ec154/build/ec154.pdf

Soil Science
A searchable catalogue of reviewed Internet resources in agriculture, food and forestry.
http://www.intute.ac.uk/cgi-bin/browse-keyword.pl?jacs=agrifor&id=70932

Soil Science Education
Aims to foster awareness about soil and its importance to life. With practical and illustrated soil science activities for school children.
http://soil.gsfc.nasa.gov/

Soil Water Management
Factsheets, publications about irrigation, drainage and erosion control from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food.
http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/soils/conserve.html

Soil and Water Management
Information from USDA on soil quality and testing, nutrients, cover crops, composting, conservation tillage, erosion control, whole farm systems and water conservation.
http://afsic.nal.usda.gov/nal_display/index.php?info_center=2&tax_level=1&tax_subject=293

Soil-net.com
A comprehensive resource for education on soils in primary and secondary schools. Soil basic properties, geography, functions, threats, activities and careers.
http://www.soil-net.com/

SoilPIC
Photographic image collection and archive of soils around the world classified by categories and provided by the National Soil Resources Institute (Cranfield University) and the British Society of Soil Science.
http://www.soilsworldwide.net/index.php/SoilPIC

Soils Education and Research
Mississippi State University. Introduction to fundamental properties of soils, soil fertility and fertilization, as well as soil management and conservation.
http://msucares.com/crops/soils/

Soils Online
Categorized list of links to online soil science resources.
http://www.hintze-online.com/sos/soils-online.html

Soils of Arid Regions of the United States and Israel
Papers on soils of arid regions, how they develop, and how they are classified, with copies in Hebrew. In addition, there is a book chapter on managing soils for sustainable land use and a glossary of terms. Links to other sites with soils information. Lists of soil surveys for the United States.
http://cals.arizona.edu/OALS/soils/home.html

Test Methods for the Examination of Composting and Compost
Scientifically based laboratory manual that addresses all major composting parameters. Includes test methods and sample preparation protocols for the analysis of all compost types, including MSW, yard waste, and biosolids composts.
http://www.compostingcouncil.org/programs/tmecc/

The National Soil Tilth Laboratory
USDA organization with mission to develop, evaluate, and promote management practices that enhance surface and ground water quality while conserving soil and water resources. Site has software, selected publications, staff directory, and information on current research.
http://www.ars.usda.gov/main/site_main.htm?modecode=36-25-15-00

The World of Soil
Resources and articles on soil science and upkeep. Includes list of links. Intended for agriculture and horticulture.
http://soil.hostweb.org.uk/

Understanding the Soil Processes
Describes the biological and chemical processes of soil formation in simple terms.
http://www.rain.org/~sals/Petrik.html

Warren Soil and Water Conservation District
Ohio government agency dedicated to the conservation of soil and water resources. Website contains useful information on conservation techniques for farmland and rural and suburban communities.
http://www.co.warren.oh.us/warrenswcd/home/

World Soil Resources
The site provides maps, pictures, and technical information on global soil resources.
http://soils.usda.gov/use/worldsoils/