and predictions of soil organic matter production and litter decomposition. More information: Yunyu Zhang et al, Exchangeable manganese regulates carbon storage in the humus layer of the boreal forest ...

You can actually see humus, it’s what gives soil its dark brown color. Generally, the darker the soil, the more humus there is. Humus is essential for healthy soil. It improves soil tilth and ...

The columnist notes some reasons for composting being so beneficial. All you need to start is to pile materials from leaves, ...