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Monitoring Soil Nutrients in Dryland Systems Using Management Units

Focuses on how to design a soil nutrient monitoring strategy using management units or zones for soil testing and nutrient application. This approach is designed to provide better information to make nutrient ...

Mary Corp, Donald A. Horneck, Don Wysocki, Larry Lutcher | Nov 2006 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Soil Acidity in Oregon: Understanding and Using Concepts for Crop Production

Soil acidity, expressed by low soil pH, causes reduced crop growth and significant economic loss. It is the most commonly overlooked and poorly understood yield-limiting factor in western Oregon and a developing ...

John M. Hart, Dan M. Sullivan, Nicole Anderson, Andy Hulting, Donald A. Horneck, Neil W. Christensen | Jul 2013 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Nutrient and Soil Health Management for Sweet Corn (Western Oregon)

This guide integrates recommendations for nutrient management with cover cropping practices that promote soil health. Recommendations for nutrient rate, source, timing and placement for nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, ...

Dan M. Sullivan, Ed Peachey, Aaron Heinrich, Linda Brewer | Jan 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Soil Fertility in Organic Systems: A Guide for Gardeners and Small Acreage Farmers

This publication discusses the many types of fertilizers and soil amendments available for organic plant production. Fertilizer formulations, nutrient availability, and application practices for common organic products are ...

Doug Collins, Carol A. Miles, Craig G. Cogger, Richard T. Koenig | Jul 2013 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Best Management Practices for Maintaining Soil Productivity in the Douglas-fir Region

Learn about characteristics that affect productivity, managing mass wasting risk and maintaining adequate nutrient supply in Douglas-fir forest soils.

Alex Dobkowski, Steve Campbell, Jeffrey D. Grizzel, Robert B. Harrison, Ronald L. Heninger, Douglas A. Maguire, Richard E. Miller, Deborah Page-Dumroese, William Scott, Darlene Zabowski | Apr 2011 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)