Introduction to Soil Health
- Type
- Course
- Date of Publication
- October 23, 2024
- Price
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Overview
Course Information
Do you want to learn more about soil health? Are you curious about practices you can use to improve soil health? This course is perfect for anyone from beginner to grower to agronomist. After completing this course, you will be able to discuss the basic concepts of soil health, understand the roles soil plays for our planet and food system, and identify practices that build soil health to create a healthier planet. You do not need to be a grower to take this course.
Who is this for?
- Growers
- Agronomists
- Gardeners
- Teachers
- Agriculture Industry Professionals
What will you learn?
- The definition of soil health
- Key soil functions like nutrient cycling, water filtration, and carbon sequestration.
- The physical, chemical, and biological properties that determine soil health.
- How a thriving soil microbiome supports plant growth and food security.
- Practical practices to improve soil health and soil management.
- Benefits of soil health practices.
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