The article discusses several ways to prevent the compaction of agricultural soils that results in the water run-off and erosion across whole fields according to Richard Smith, principal land quality officer at the U.S. Environment Agency. Topics discussed include assessment of soil health, impact ...
The study aims to evaluate impact of different tillage treatments on soil conservation and compaction on Stagnic Luvisol. Changes in climatic conditions in both possible directions – increase or decrease of annual precipitation and mean annual temperature, will actualize the issue of soil conservation ...
SOIL COMPACTION: HOW TO DO IT, UNDO IT, OR AVOID DOING IT Soil compaction reduces rooting, infiltration, water storage, aeration, drainage, and crop growth. Soil compaction has been studied intensively for more th... Raper, R. L,Mac Kirby, J...
Time domain reflectometry is a highly accurate, advanced way to measure soil moisture levels. Because of its reliability and precision, it isn’t typically used by gardeners or homeowners; it is most often used in research settings or precision agriculture. A TDR device generates an electrical sig...
Spike/slit aeration is much less effective than lawn coring, as it simply pushes the hard soil out of its way to make a hole, instead of actually removing a section and can actually cause additional compaction of the soil. Lawn Tillage ...
Study results indicate CAS (Compaction Action of terrain-vehicle systems on Soil) depends upon many factors such as maximum pressure of the vehicle on soil, shape and size of track and tire contact area, type and design parameters of suspension, location of the center of gravity, speed etc. ...
Not sure if your soil is compacted? Ourguide on soil compactiongoes over the signs your lawn might have this issue. Step 3: Mow low and rake your lawn rh2010| Adobe Stock Free |License On the day you plan to overseed your lawn, you’ll need to mow your existing grass very low. Th...
Why you need to aerate your lawn Aerating your lawn is one of the best things you can do to keep it healthy. It improves drainage by reducing soil compaction, allowing air and water to reach the roots of the grass. This enables the roots to breathe and take up the nutrients they need...
Soil composition is not of great importance, but drainage is. Clay soil that compacts easily may need to be amended with somecompost or other organic materialto improve drainage and prevent compaction. Loosening up the soil with a broadfork creates an environment that is more conducive to root ...
How to prepare your lawn for winter 1. Time the last mow of the season 2. Rake leaves and debris 3. Adjust your watering routine 4. Aerate and dethatch 5. Overseed 6. Apply fertilizer and soil amendments 7. Control weeds 8. Eliminate pests ...