Soil Science for the Advanced Gardener: Beyond the Basics - Delve deeper into soil science, exploring topics like microbiology, fertility management,

By Gaia Granule Smith

Unlock the Secrets of the Living Soil Universe

Dive into the intricate, awe-inspiring world of the soil food web - the dynamic ecosystem teeming with life right beneath our feet. This groundbreaking guide unveils the hidden workforce that is the cornerstone of sustainable, regenerative farming and gardening practices.

Through the lens of cutting-edge soil biology research, you'll come face-to-face with the astounding cast of characters operating within the soil food web. From fungi to bacteria, protozoa to nematodes and arthropods, gain profound insights into their roles and interactions within nature's nutrient cycles. Discover how fostering biodiversity below the surface unlocks robust plant health and abundant yields.

But understanding the soil universe involves far more than simply appreciating the life within it. This book equips you with practical methods for evaluating and optimizing foundational soil properties like structure, pH, organic matter content, and overall mineral fertility. Learn to conduct comprehensive soil testing, interpret results, and develop customized amendment strategies.

Explore detailed management advice for building robust soils across the seasons through techniques like organic fertilization, compost application, cover cropping and more. Harness the power of beneficial inoculants ranging from mycorrhizal fungi to microbial soil activators and effective microorganisms. Implement holistic, integrated pest and pathogen control by optimizing biological dynamics.

Whether a commercial producer or backyard gardener, this guide provides a comprehensive roadmap for cultivating balanced, living soil ecosystems that produce nutrient-dense food crops with maximum resilience and minimal external inputs. Unlock the secrets for growing in harmony with nature's perfect soil-building partnership

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1806350580
• ISBN13: 9781806350582
• Release Date: March 2024
• Publisher: Gaia Granule Smith
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"