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While many programs are available throughout Nebraska, some are especially suited to specific regions such as the Rainwater Basin, the Sandhills, the central tablelands, and the tallgrass prairie regions of southeast and northeast Nebraska.
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Soil Health in Nebraska
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.
Soil Health Benefits
- Builds Organic Matter
- Enhances Wildlife Habitat
- Reduced Erosion
- Increase Water Quality
Calendar
Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Access our Events Calendar for the latest opportunities to learn more about soil health and other conservation related topics. Brought to you by Nebraska Soil Health and many other partners in the agricultural community.
Technical Resources
Five Principles of Soil Health
The Soil Health foundation consists of five principles and are intended to be applied in a systems approach, maximizing the soil building impact.
Did You Know?
One teaspoon of healthy soil contains 100 Million – 1 Billion individual bacteria.
Did You Know?
Earthworm populations consume 2 tons of dry matter per acre per year, partly digesting and mixing it to form healthy soil.