The economics of good soil health is one of the most critical factors in sustainable and profitable agriculture. Yet, many operations overlook the hidden costs of not testing their soil. At Ward Laboratories, Inc., we help farmers and agribusinesses make [...]
Each year, as October comes to a close, I receive calls from producers asking about the best time to analyze soil biology using the Soil Health Assessment (SHA) or Phospholipid Fatty Acid (PLFA) test packages. These tests provide key insights [...]
One of the most widely known nematodes to affect crops is the Soybean Cyst Nematode (SCN). This nematode is very infectious to soybean crops and has big impacts on crop yields. The geographic range of SCN covers much of the [...]
In soil analysis for carbon stocks, the actual analysis of the soil core is a crucial step in calculating carbon stocks. A soil’s bulk density determination can be approached one of two ways: simply or comprehensively. Bulk Density Determination Standard [...]