Why is soil so important and how do farmers test the quality of the soil on their farm?
This resource provides an introduction to soil plus 7 on farm activities that allow students to assess the quality and type of the soil on a farm. Using the information from the 7 activities students can look at how the soil could be improved and what crops are best grown on the farm.
Super Soil - Why is Soil So Important?
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