Why Does Soil Health Matter?

Marion Calmer says nutrient stratification in soil is a significant problem on his western Illinois farm — and it’s only getting worse. Here's what Calmer has learned after extensive soil testing and studying the soil profile — and what he's doing to address nutrient stratification. You might be surprised.

Fields with good soil health can have as much disease present as an unhealthy field, but healthy plants handle stress better than unhealthy ones. Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie shares insights on disease defense.

Stop questioning if soil health pays. Instead, ask yourself how to measure the dollars and cents of your investments in soil health.

The Southeast and Gulf Coast are in for some stormy weather. Meteorologist Chuck Heaver is tracking it.