Increasing Soil Health and Sequestering Carbon in Agricultural Soils
The report, Increasing Soil Health and Sequestering Carbon in Agricultural Soils: A Natural Climate Solution, published by the Izaak Walton League of America and the National Wildlife Federation, outlines how regenerative agricultural practices can improve soil health while helping address climate change. Authored by Sara Via, the report explains that practices such as cover crops, reduced tillage, rotational grazing, and wetland restoration can significantly increase carbon sequestration in agricultural soils, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve water quality, decrease erosion, and enhance wildlife habitat. It also emphasizes the economic benefits for farmers, including lower input costs and improved resilience to extreme weather. The report recommends expanding federal and state support for soil health programs, increasing technical assistance and education for farmers, and investing in research and monitoring systems to accelerate adoption of climate-friendly farming practices nationwide.
Your kit will include a bottle containing 25 nitrate test strips which you can use to test your water source(s) throughout the year. You’ll also receive postcards explaining how to use your nitrate test strips and how to share your Nitrate Watch results on the Clean Water Hub.
Your kit will include four test strips so you can test your waterway throughout the season. You’ll also receive a chart to help you interpret your results and a postcard with instructions for completing a Salt Watch test and reporting your findings.