Soil and Compost Analysis
Unlock the powerful synergy of Soil Food Web organisms to enhance plant health by providing the optimal balance of minerals.
Many conventional land management practices diminish soil quality, but with the support of microbiology, depleted soils can be revitalized. This restoration begins by understanding your soil's current state through a customized set of lab analytics. Leveraging this data, we can create a customized plan to rejuvenate your soils, ensuring optimal performance for any crop you grow.
ABOUT THE SOIL FOOD WEB
In fertile soil, a range of microorganisms exists, which can only be observed through a high-powered microscope. This includes bacteria, filamentous organisms (such as actinobacteria and fungi), protozoa (flagellates, ciliates, and amoeba), nemodes, and micro-arthropods. We evaluate your compost or soil sample to determine the abundance and diversity of these soil food web organisms. If we find these organisms lacking, we will collaborate with you to develop plan to reintroduce these essential plant partners, harnessing the power of indigenous microorganism specifically adapted to your region.
The advantages of a thriving soil food web include:
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crop productivity
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Improved water infiltration
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Decreased irrigation requirements
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Lower input demands
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Reduced pest and disease pressures
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Formation of new soil through weathering and decay
GETTING STARTED
To get started, all you'll need is:
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An area to sample
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Permanent marker
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Apple corer or similar tool
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A few snack bags
Send us your samples, and you will get back a full microbial assessment, including number or biomass calculations for each organism type, including a Fungal to Bacterial Ratio. This work is performed in our in-house lab.
WHY SOIL MINERAL BALANCING?
The Bright Way method of soil mineral balancing, inspired by pioneering soil scientist Dr. William Albrecht, aims to achieve optimal plant health and productivity. The mineral composition of soil directly influences its fertility, plant growth, and overall ecosystem health. This approach focuses on creating the ideal balance of essential nutrients like calcium, magnesium, potassium, and trace elements to enhance soil structure, increase microbial activity, and improve nutrient availability for plants. By correcting imbalances and deficiencies in the soil, growers can promote stronger root systems, healthier crops, and higher yields, while also reducing the need for chemical fertilizers. This method honors the connection between soil and human health by producing more nutritious food.
ARE YOU READY?
To get started with our soil mineral balancing service, please reach out to us for a free consultation. We will discuss your specific needs and context, as well as proper soil sampling protocols and strategies. Once the samples are collected, they will get sent to our partner lab for analysis. Based on these results, and the results of your Soil Food Web analysis, we will tailor a plan to rejuvenate your soil, allowing your plants to reach their full performance.