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New Edition of Building Soils for Better Crops Now Available as a FREE Download

Building soils effectively is essential for sustainable farming, gardening, and environmental health. The newly released 4th Edition of Building Soils for Better Crops is a practical, one-of-a-kind resource that guides you through proven soil-improving practices, from understanding what soil is to the vital role of organic matter.

Featuring inspiring case studies from farmers across the United States, the book demonstrates how building soils leads to rejuvenated farms and thriving ecosystems. Whether you’re managing a farm, teaching, studying, or gardening, this comprehensive guide offers a holistic approach to building soils that support productive, resilient agriculture and long-term environmental sustainability.

Why Building Soils and Soil Health Matter

Authors Fred Magdoff and Harold van Es emphasize that soil health is more critical than ever. With increasing global challenges like land degradation, climate change, and shrinking farmland, learning how to build soils and maintain their health is crucial to feeding the world sustainably.

This latest edition expands its global scope and includes new content on building soils in urban environments, addressing the diverse challenges and opportunities soil managers face today.

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Learn how to build healthy soils and grow better crops with this essential guide, because building soils means building healthy plants, farms, and communities.