Soil quality test kit guide
Problem: Soil degradation (chemical, biological, physical), productivity loss
Solution: Local assessment of soil degradation and promotion of sustainable soil practices
Description: The Soil Quality Test Kit Guide offers multiple test procedures to measure the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soil, i.e. biological activity, infiltration rate, soil compaction, salt concentration, acidity/ alkalinity, nitrate levels, aggregate stability, number of earthworms, soil structure and texture. In a second section, the interpretive guide helps to explain the obtained results of each test. The guide provides step-by-step instructions using pictures to allow a qualitative assessment of soil respiration, infiltration, bulk density, electrical conductivity pH, soil nitrate, aggregate stability, slake, earthworm, soil physical observation and estimation and water quality. It should be noted that for the conduction and analysis of certain tests special device is required. Support by experienced farmers or advisors is recommended. It is possible to make your own selection of tests from the Soil Quality Test Kit Guide.
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Ongoing | 2015-2018
- Main funding source
- Horizon 2020 (EU Research and Innovation Programme)
- Geographical location
- Belgium