It is #WorldSoilDay!
Globally, 15-36% of #soils are degraded (UNCCD, FAO, IPCC and others).
The #trend is still rising📈 and not in line with the #UN goal to “halt and reverse #LandDegradation” and, by 2030, to “achieve a land degradation-neutral world” (#SDG15).⛔
#GlobalGoals #SDGs #2030Agenda #desertification #drought #degradation #soil
The #fungus #Clitocybe #nebularis (#Basidiomycota), also known as #cloudedagaric, is a #holarctic and often common #soildwelling #species, mostly found in open, nutrient-rich #forest #soils. It is occasionally #parasitized by the fungus #Volvariella #surrecta (Basidiomycota). C. Hears et al. (2013) point to its #antagonistic effect against phytopathogenic #oomycetes (Stramenopiles) species of the genus #Phytophthora.
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I use eggshells as a soil enhancer. I also sterilize the shells (300 F for 30 minutes) before grinding them into a fine powder (using a mortar and pestle).
Using #Eggshells as #Lime in #Soils
Cracking the Code: Can Ground Eggshells be Used as a Liming Source?
April 2, 2025 by Leon Martinez
Excerpt: "Factors Affecting Eggshell Liming Efficacy
The efficacy of eggshell liming depends on several factors, including:
- Particle size: Finely ground eggshells are more effective at raising soil pH than coarsely ground eggshells.
- Application rate: The amount of eggshells applied to the soil can impact their effectiveness as a liming source.
- Soil type: Eggshell liming may be more effective in certain soil types, such as acidic soils with low calcium content.
Practical Applications of Eggshell Liming
If you’re interested in trying eggshell liming, here are some practical tips to get you started:
- Collect and dry eggshells: Collect eggshells from your kitchen or local farms and dry them thoroughly to prevent mold and bacterial growth.
- Grind eggshells: Grind the dried eggshells into a fine powder using a coffee grinder or mortar and pestle.
- Apply eggshells to soil: Mix the ground eggshells into the soil at a rate of 1-2 cups per 10 square feet.
Conclusion
While ground eggshells show promise as a liming source, their effectiveness depends on several factors, including particle size, application rate, and soil type. As with any liming material, it’s essential to monitor soil pH and adjust application rates accordingly. With proper use and application, ground eggshells can be a cost-effective, eco-friendly alternative to traditional liming materials."
Read more:
https://homediningkitchen.com/can-ground-eggshells-be-used-as-a-liming-source/
#SolarPunkSunday #SoilAddendum #Gardening #ZeroWaste #Reuse #SoilHealth #AnimalProducts
#Fungi may have shaped #Earth’s landscapes long before #plants appeared. By combining rare #gene transfers with fossil evidence, researchers have traced fungal origins back nearly a billion years earlier than expected. These ancient fungi may have partnered with #algae, recycling #nutrients, breaking down #rock, and creating primitive #soils. Fungi were #ecosystem #engineers that prepared Earth’s surface for #plants, fundamentally altering the course of life’s history
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/10/251001092208.htm
Fungi may have shaped Earth’s landscapes long before plants appeared. By combining rare gene transfers with fossil evidence, researchers have traced fungal origins back nearly a billion years earlier than expected. These ancient fungi may have partnered with algae, recycling nutrients, breaking down rock, and creating primitive soils. Far from being silent background players, fungi were ecosystem engineers that prepared Earth’s surface for plants, fundamentally altering the course of life’s history.
We are excited to announce that LandPKS Soil ID now enables you to collect soil observations and identify soils in the field anywhere in the world. https://landpks.terraso.org/landpks-soil-id-goes-global/
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