For the first time, UC Davis will host the regional soil judging contest in 2027, with a team co-led by Ph.D. student Ava-Rose Beech. They need our help to support the team’s expenses!
Ph.D. student Amanda Wong and P.I. Gail Taylor call on scientists to standardize their study of microplastics in soil to clearly understand how they impact plants in real-world agriculture.
UC researchers spent 20 years studying conservation agriculture in California, testing no-till, cover cropping, and residue management. Their findings show long-term benefits for soil health, water retention, and crop resilience, guiding future farming.
Doctoral student Valentina Roel is testing compost-based fertilizers from food and yard waste as eco-friendly nitrogen alternatives. Early results show similar crop yields to synthetic fertilizers, offering climate and soil benefits.
