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A new test to monitor the impact of gas drilling work on soil quality has been described by the academic who developed the technique.Speaking to PhysOrg, Rob...

New soil quality test created

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The soil quality of the area that food has been grown in could be added to food labels, if one ecologist's ideas are put into practice.Dr Christine Jones spo...

Ecologist calls for soil quality to feature on food labels

Soil testing

Soil may not be adding to climate change to quite the same extent as previously thought, if a new government study is to be believed.The department for envir...

Effects of soil on climate change questioned

Soil testing

The number of invertebrates living in British soil has almost doubled in the last decade, it has been revealed.Research carried out by the UK's Centre for Ec...

Environmental analysis news: Weight of organisms in UK soil 'has doubled'

Soil testing

The poor quality of China's soil could lead to a food crisis in the future, it has been suggested.Han Jun, a rural policy expert at the Development Research...

Soil deterioration in China 'could lead to food crisis'

Soil testing

If you are involved in sampling for volatile compounds in soils you need to know about some new developments. Van Walt Ltd, the specialist supplier of enviro...

New Standards When Sampling for Volatiles Will Demand New Equipment –...

Soil testing

The InfraCal TOG/TPH Analysers for oil/grease concentration levels are highlighted in a new brochure published by Wilks Enterprise (USA). These analysers are...

New Brochure for On-Site Oil/Grease Measurements in Water and Soil

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Scientists analysing soil samples in Western Galilee and Haifa Bay have discovered high concentrations of potentially harmful pollutants in certain areas, ac...

Poor Israeli soil quality 'a potential health risk'

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A research programme established to monitor the levels of biochar in soil has found that the material could be used as a means of storing carbon.The UK Bioch...

Soil monitoring programme suggests climate change initiative

Soil testing

Scientists in Denmark have established a programme to monitor the greenhouse gas balance in the country's peatlands.Yearly levels of carbon dioxide, methane...

Soil monitoring news: Denmark to focus on peatlands

Soil testing is a fundamental process in environmental monitoring where samples of soil are collected and analyzed to evaluate nutrient content, composition, and various other characteristics, including contaminants. This analysis is crucial for understanding soil health, fertility, ensuring environmental compliance, and assessing whether the ground is suitable for specific purposes like agriculture, construction, or remediation projects.