Why antibiotic resistance in soil matters Soil isn't just dirt—it's a bustling ecosystem filled with bacteria. Some of these bacteria naturally carry ARGs, which help them fight off antibiotics.

In a new study, scientists used nearly every tool in their toolkit—genomics, transcriptomics, greenhouse experiments and ...

A soil test is the best way to find out if your soil is deficient in something. However, simply using an all-purpose fertilizer that also contains micronutrient minerals could help.

Some types of soil bacteria help the human brain release serotonin, which can act similarly to today’s anti-depressants. As a gardener, you may have noticed that spending time with your hands in ...

It is important because it plays a crucial role in sustaining the microorganisms (invertebrates, fungi, bacteria, etc.) in the soil, ultimately responsible for creating humus.

Bacteria in the soil enhance the attractiveness of the plant's flowers to pollinators via a type of relationship known as mutualism that is widespread in plants and animals. Microorganisms such as ...