Soil is a living and life-giving substance, without which we would perish.
As world population and food production demands rise, keeping our soil healthy and productive is of paramount importance. So much so that we believe improving the health of our Nation’s soil is one of the most important conservation endeavors of our time.
The resources on this soil health section of our site are designed to help visitors understand the basics and benefits of soil health—and to learn about Soil Health Management Systems from farmers who are using those systems.
Soil Health Initiative
Participate in our Soil Health Initiative in the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP). Alaska's soil health fund pool is designed to provide financial assistance to agricultural operators who want to improve soil on the land. Producers agree to an annual soil assessment to measure improvements to their soil's health. See the Soil Health Initiative fact sheet for more information.
Soil Health Across the Nation
A growing number of America’s landowners are using soil health management systems to improve the health and function of their soil—and we’re working hand-in-hand with these producers through our technical and financial assistance programs and services to help ensure their success. Find out more on soil health and learn about unlocking the secrets in the soil.
There are a lot of interesting facts about healthy soil. Check out these informative graphics to unlock some of the secrets in healthy soil. Newspaper, magazine and newsletter editors are encouraged to download and publish these graphics (royalty-free) to help their readers discover some of the interesting facts at our feet.
Resources and publications including guides for educators, posters, technical notes, and fact sheets.
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