Soil Health Archives - ISED Solutions https://isedsolutions.net/resource-category/soil-health/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:06:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://isedsolutions.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/cropped-ised-favicon-32x32.png Soil Health Archives - ISED Solutions https://isedsolutions.net/resource-category/soil-health/ 32 32 Organic Growing Methods https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/organic-growing-methods/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:03:39 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/?post_type=resource-library&p=20762 Powerpoint presentation for a basic intro to organic vegetable production workshop. Created by IRC Charlottesville. Related Resources… Micro-producer Academy: Program […]

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]]> Powerpoint presentation for a basic intro to organic vegetable production workshop. Created by IRC Charlottesville.

Related Resources…

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Micro-producer Academy: Program Overview

Micro-producer Academy: Market Types

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]]> How to use a Soil Texture Triangle https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/how-to-use-a-soil-texture-triangle/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 21:55:16 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/?post_type=resource-library&p=20190 A soil texture triangle is a tool that helps you learn what type of soil you have based on how […]

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]]> A soil texture triangle is a tool that helps you learn what type of soil you have based on how much sand, silt, and clay is in it. The triangle shows how these three parts mix together to make different soil types, like loam, sandy clay, or silty loam. Use the triangle, to learn if your soil is good for growing plants, holds water well, or drains too quickly. Created by Sandelis Miller.

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How to Test for soil pH

Soil Testing on City Gardens

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]]> When, Why, and How to test soil pH https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/when-why-and-how-to-test-soil-ph-w/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 21:49:05 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/?post_type=resource-library&p=20188 Learn how to test the pH level of soil using a pH strip. A guide by Sandelis Miller.  

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]]> Learn how to test the pH level of soil using a pH strip. A guide by Sandelis Miller.

 

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]]> Cover Crop: Termination Methods https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/cover-crop-termination-methods/ Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:52:37 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/cover-crop-termination-methods/ Use this chart to help decide how to terminate your cover crop this season. A poster by LSI Global Greens.

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]]> Use this chart to help decide how to terminate your cover crop this season.

A poster by LSI Global Greens.

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]]> Compost https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/compost/ Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:52:37 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/compost/ Learn what composting is and why it is important. Use this visual sign to decide what items on your garden […]

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]]> Learn what composting is and why it is important. Use this visual sign to decide what items on your garden or farm are compostable and what is not.

A poster by LSI Global Greens.

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]]> Garbage signs https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/garbage/ Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:52:37 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/garbage/ Learn what garbage is and why it is important. Use this visual sign to decide what materials from your garden […]

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]]> Learn what garbage is and why it is important. Use this visual sign to decide what materials from your garden or farm go in the garbage.

A poster by LSI Global Greens.

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]]> Cover Crops Benefits https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/cover-crops-benefits-2/ Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:52:37 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/cover-crops-benefits-2/ Learn about cover crop types and benefits, and what you can do on your farm. A poster by Sandelis Miller, […]

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]]> Learn about cover crop types and benefits, and what you can do on your farm.

A poster by Sandelis Miller, LSI Global Greens.

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]]> Cover Crops Plant Families: Match + Learn Game https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/cover-crops-plant-families-match-learn-game/ Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:11:41 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/cover-crops-plant-families-match-learn-game/ Know your cover crop plant families. Rotate crops by family for best soil health for your farm! An activity by […]

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]]> Know your cover crop plant families. Rotate crops by family for best soil health for your farm!

An activity by Karl.a Conrad, LSI Global Greens.

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]]> Soil Health and Fertility https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/soil-health-and-fertility/ Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:26:12 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/soil-health-and-fertility/ Six lesson plans related to soil health and fertility. Learn about soil texture, fertilizers, soil organisms, legume crops and nitrogen, […]

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]]> Six lesson plans related to soil health and fertility. Learn about soil texture, fertilizers, soil organisms, legume crops and nitrogen, cover crops, and nutrient problems.

Created by Global Garden, Chicago, IL.

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]]> Cover Crops 1: Which Cover Crops Will You Use? https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/cover-crops-1-which-cover-crops-will-you-use/ Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:26:11 +0000 https://isedsolutions.net/resource-library/cover-crops-1-which-cover-crops-will-you-use/ Learn how to use cover crops in vegetable production and other crop rotation schedules. This lesson covers three major types […]

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]]> Learn how to use cover crops in vegetable production and other crop rotation schedules. This lesson covers three major types of cover crops (mustards, legumes, and ‘other’), and the potential benefits and costs of cover crops.

A lesson plan by The Nashville Food Project, Nashville, TN.

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