"The opening of the new testing lab in Jeffords Hall at #UVM is a game-changer for Vermont's soil research. Previously, testing had to be sent to out-of-state labs. Now, local testing will provide new insights into Vermont's soil conditions and strengthen collaboration between researchers and local farmers, driving sustainable soil management practices. 'Food systems sustainability starts with soil,' said Deb Neher, Plant and Soil Science Professor and a Co-Principal Investigator of SHREC. In addition to nutrient analysis, SHREC will measure biological and physical factors to provide a comprehensive understanding of soil health and bolster #climate change resilience within the regional food system. Once core metrics of soil chemistry, biology and physical properties are well established, the center will explore more advanced chemistry to measure contaminants of emerging concern. SHREC's research will prioritize #Vermont farmers' needs. 'Farmers have a certain baseline level and knowledge,' said Joshua Faulkner, Research Associate Professor in Extension and a Co-Principal Investigator of SHREC. 'But they're hungry to know more, especially about actionable information related to management.'" https://lnkd.in/eTna_KPx #soilscience #research #farmers #foodsystems
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