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Despite our dependence on soil for our very existence, it is likely the least understood system on our planet.
read more... The soil health and activity depends on the interaction of three basics sciences. Each discipline is responsible for specific jobs or processes in the soil. When one or more of the sciences are out of balance, the soil will no longer be able to function effectively.
To read more about each:
Soil BIOLOGY In order to gain the most information about the condition of the soil and the problems that are causing the symptoms, learning about what you are looking for and recognizing what you are seeing is essential.
read more... Calcium is the tour guide and the referee to nutrients in the soil.
Of all the minerals, calcium has the ability to lower the electrical conductivity. Minerals that were previously locked up become available for the plant's use. read more... |
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A refractometer measures Brix in plants, it is quite simply a fuel gauge for your plant.
Within a given species of plant, the crop with the higher refractive index will have a higher sugar content, higher mineral content, higher protein content and a greater specific gravity or density. This adds up to a sweeter tasting, more minerally nutritious food with lower nitrate and water content, lower freezing point, and better storage attributes.
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