Latest news from Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) on Newswise en-us Copyright 2024 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/is-lead-contamination-ancient-history/?sc=rsin /articles/is-lead-contamination-ancient-history/?sc=rsin Mon, 15 Jun 2020 08:00:13 EST Despite the phase out of lead, urban soils a leading source of lead exposure Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/how-can-soil-scientists-tell-the-history-of-a-location-from-a-soil-pit/?sc=rsin /articles/how-can-soil-scientists-tell-the-history-of-a-location-from-a-soil-pit/?sc=rsin Mon, 02 Dec 2019 08:00:26 EST One soil scientist's journey through a soil pit leaves mystery - for now Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/what-is-phytoremediation/?sc=rsin /articles/what-is-phytoremediation/?sc=rsin Tue, 15 Oct 2019 08:00:46 EST Using plants to clean up soil Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/how-are-soil-scientists-studying-soils-under-water/?sc=rsin /articles/how-are-soil-scientists-studying-soils-under-water/?sc=rsin Thu, 15 Aug 2019 08:00:39 EST Gathering soil samples is a challenge, but findings are important to seafood industry and more Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/can-soil-microbes-adapt-to-different-climates-and-regions/?sc=rsin /articles/can-soil-microbes-adapt-to-different-climates-and-regions/?sc=rsin Thu, 01 Aug 2019 08:00:39 EST Rhizobia can differ between continents, countries, and even the same farm field! Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/what-are-soil-aggregates/?sc=rsin /articles/what-are-soil-aggregates/?sc=rsin Mon, 15 Jul 2019 11:00:15 EST The varied shapes allow for healthy soil to have pores for air and water Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/what-is-biofumigation-and-the-connection-to-soil-health/?sc=rsin /articles/what-is-biofumigation-and-the-connection-to-soil-health/?sc=rsin Mon, 17 Jun 2019 08:00:45 EST Crops like mustard, cabbages, can help heal infected soils Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/how-does-root-depth-affect-the-nearby-soil/?sc=rsin /articles/how-does-root-depth-affect-the-nearby-soil/?sc=rsin Wed, 15 May 2019 14:05:46 EST Plants are not passive actors in the soil environment Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/how-do-i-keep-more-of-the-nitrogen-in-my-soil/?sc=rsin /articles/how-do-i-keep-more-of-the-nitrogen-in-my-soil/?sc=rsin Thu, 02 May 2019 08:00:00 EST Prevent losses for garden and environmental health Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/how-much-compost-is-enough-for-my-garden/?sc=rsin /articles/how-much-compost-is-enough-for-my-garden/?sc=rsin Mon, 15 Apr 2019 08:00:26 EST Understanding the role of compost Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/why-are-petroleum-chromated-copper-arsenate-and-radon-bad-for-the-soil/?sc=rsin /articles/why-are-petroleum-chromated-copper-arsenate-and-radon-bad-for-the-soil/?sc=rsin Mon, 01 Apr 2019 08:00:24 EST Information to minimize risk from soil contaminants Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/dealing-with-the-fallout-in-fukushima-part-2/?sc=rsin /articles/dealing-with-the-fallout-in-fukushima-part-2/?sc=rsin Mon, 18 Mar 2019 07:05:46 EST U.S., Japanese scientists team together for solutions Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/dealing-with-the-fallout-in-fukushima-part-1/?sc=rsin /articles/dealing-with-the-fallout-in-fukushima-part-1/?sc=rsin Mon, 04 Mar 2019 08:00:41 EST Mar. 11 marks the 8th anniversary of Japan's Tohuku earthquake. The tsunami that followed led to the meltdown of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, which spread radioactive materials throughout the area. The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) Mar. 1 blog explores the impact this has had on the farming village of Iitate, Japan. Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/getting-to-the-core-of-underwater-soil/?sc=rsin /articles/getting-to-the-core-of-underwater-soil/?sc=rsin Wed, 27 Feb 2019 08:05:52 EST Soils all over the Earth's surface are rigorously tested and managed. But what about soils that are down in the murky depths? Some scientists are working to get them the recognition and research they deserve. Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/what-are-soil-contaminants-and-how-did-soil-get-contaminated/?sc=rsin /articles/what-are-soil-contaminants-and-how-did-soil-get-contaminated/?sc=rsin Mon, 18 Feb 2019 07:05:20 EST Soil is all around us, in cities and rural areas. But some soil becomes contaminated. The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) Feb. 15 Soils Matter blog summarizes common contaminants and the risks they carry. Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/are-there-salinity-problems-for-urban-soils/?sc=rsin /articles/are-there-salinity-problems-for-urban-soils/?sc=rsin Fri, 01 Feb 2019 09:00:36 EST Some soils, like some humans, might need a low-salt diet. The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) Feb. 1 Soils Matter blog explains where salt in soil comes from and what can be done about it. Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/how-does-the-freeze-thaw-cycle-impact-soil/?sc=rsin /articles/how-does-the-freeze-thaw-cycle-impact-soil/?sc=rsin Tue, 15 Jan 2019 09:00:45 EST Winter soil freezes, heaves, and moves! The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) Jan. 15 Soils Matter blog looks at the freeze-thaw cycle, how it changes soil on a microscopic level, and the reaction of Alaska's unique permafrost soils. Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/under-snow,-underfoot:-soils-in-winter/?sc=rsin /articles/under-snow,-underfoot:-soils-in-winter/?sc=rsin Tue, 11 Dec 2018 09:00:24 EST Chilling sub-zero temperatures. Astounding snowfalls. The weather outside is frightful. Yet under the snow and frost, life in soils carries on! Soils Matter, Soil Science Society of America's science-based blog, provides insights to soils in winter and the organisms that live there. Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /�����پ��������/�ɳ󲹳�-������-“b�dzܳپ���ܱ�”-���Ǿ�����?/?����=�������� /�����پ��������/�ɳ󲹳�-������-“b�dzܳپ���ܱ�”-���Ǿ�����?/?����=�������� Mon, 03 Dec 2018 09:00:08 EST Did you know soils could be "boutique?" The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) Dec. 1 Soils Matter blog explains how this group of soils can challenge your assumptions. Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) /articles/how-can-we-tell-if-forest-rehabilitation-is-successful?/?sc=rsin /articles/how-can-we-tell-if-forest-rehabilitation-is-successful?/?sc=rsin Thu, 15 Nov 2018 09:00:06 EST When trees are removed, it's not just the view that changes in a former woods. The Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) Nov. 15 Soils Matter blog explains the unintended consequences of tree removal by early colonists in Southeastern states, and how the land is recovering. Soil Science Society of America (SSSA)