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Maynard Mallonee uses diverse pasture plantings to build soil health and support his organic milk cows.
The WaSHI LTARE site network translates vital, long-term research into soil health practices across Washington’s diverse agricultural regions.
Farmers often apply soil amendments like fertilizer or compost to improve their soil fertility and soil health. However, many times the soil amendments must travel many miles to the field.
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has launched its second year of the Compost Reimbursement Program to continue to encourage on-farm compost use.
The Climate Commitment Act funds new programs to support composting, methane capture, and biochar, some producers got hit with unexpected fuel surcharges—even though they’re supposed to be exempt. Now, the Agricultural Support Program is offering $28.5 million in payments to those who were wrongly charged.
Biochar: is it the silver bullet for soil health, or just another piece of the puzzle? In this wrap-up of our biochar series, we dive into key takeaways from recent research. It’s clear that biochar’s effectiveness varies widely—its success depends on factors like feedstock, soil type, and specific farm needs.
Washington Soil Health Initiative Advisory Team convened to refine strategies and share insights on advancing soil health in Washington.
Tackling soil acidification, nitrogen deficiencies, and precision drone use in dryland regions in a recent field day
Tyler of Brier Patch Farm finds composting a powerful tool for building soil health and a fun adventure in making his own.
The Pacific Northwest Biochar Atlas was developed in 2017 to help bridge the gap between discovery and deployment of biochar knowledge. The site contains basic biochar information, case studies, and a directory of local biochar producers. It also has a tool that compares the properties of different biochars.