Bundling up: soil microbes in winter

Mcrobes rely on a thick coat of snow to stay warm.

Do you have healthy soil? UVM offers tests for gardeners who want to know before they grow.

The Soil Health Research and Extension Center is a new statewide hub focused on building healthy soils and resilient agricultural systems.

Whether you are new to gardening, or have been growing your own vegetables for years, you probably understand the importance of getting your soil tested for nutrient levels and soil pH.

Did you know that the composition of the soil in raised beds is vital to their success?

VERMONT — Fifteen Vermont farmers — including two in Addison County — are taking the time during their busy 2021 growing season to gather, learn from experts, and share knowledge about soil.The Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA-VT) la … (read more)

2020 was a year of shock and trauma. COVID-19 forced us to confront our worst fears as the world we once knew fell away. Everything came to a hard stop, disrupting lives, dreams, and routines. The pace of life slowed down to a walk. We cocooned.I locked d … (read more)

BURLINGTON — Gardeners interested in learning what they can do to improve their soil are invited to attend “Creating a Biodiverse Garden for Ecological Resilience,” a free Zoom webinar on May 20. Dr. Wendy Sue Harper, a Vermont soil scientist, will discus … (read more)