AgEmerge Podcast 173 (Part I of Exploring the Haney Soil Test) laid the foundation for understanding how to read your soil test results. Now, AgEmerge Podcast 174 continues the conversation with Part II, featuring Liz Haney and Monte Bottens as they dive deeper into what those results actually mean.
Together, they explore the “what”—what soil testing reveals about soil health and how it informs fertility recommendations and management decisions. Dr. Liz Haney explains how the Haney Soil Test measures microbial activity and soil respiration, providing valuable insights into soil function and vitality.
This episode also covers key topics like interpreting soil health metrics, managing compaction, and the benefits of diverse crop rotations. Growers will gain practical takeaways on consistent sampling, understanding soil types and management zones, and the importance of working with trusted advisors to make informed decisions on the farm.
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Chapters:
00:00 Exploring Soil Fertility Testing Methods
01:03 The Importance of Soil Health Metrics
09:48 Diversity in Crop Rotation and Soil Health
19:34 Understanding Soil Health Calculations
26:43 Fertility Recommendations and Their Context
40:49 Understanding Soil Health and Protozoa
46:13 Innovative Sampling Techniques for Soil Analysis
53:24 The Role of Soil Organic Matter in Soil Health
59:18 Impact of Cover Crops on Soil Nutrient Dynamics
01:04:32 Soil Survey Methodologies and Their Implications
01:11:04 Building Soil Health for Future Generations
Takeaways:
- Soil health is crucial for sustainable farming practices.
- The Haney test provides insights into soil microbial activity.
- Soil respiration is a key indicator of soil health.
- Microbial active carbon (MAC) is essential for understanding soil biology.
- Soil compaction can significantly affect microbial activity.
- Phosphorus levels can impact soil health metrics.
- Diverse crop rotations can improve soil health.
- Soil testing should be done at consistent times for accurate comparisons.
- Understanding soil types and management zones is vital for effective farming.
- Farmers should seek trusted advisors for soil management decisions.
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Gaining a deeper understanding of the Haney Soil Test can transform your approach to agriculture by offering critical insights into nutrient availability and microbial activity. Whether you're a veteran grower or just beginning your regenerative agriculture journey, this series delivers practical knowledge to elevate your soil management and increase productivity.
Liz is a soil and ecosystem scientist with experience in soil testing and analyses, carbon and conservation practice modeling, and is the co-developer of the Haney Soil Health Test. Liz’s purpose, drive and passion are helping to improve producer profitability, environmental sustainability, and human health through regenerative practices and soil health.
Throughout her career she has developed an expansive network of scientists, thought leaders, consultants, farmers and ranchers within the sustainable agriculture space. Liz loves nothing more than creating community and is skilled at coordinating and conducting educational events, workshops and conferences bringing together today’s leading innovators in regenerative agriculture. Liz is also a co-founder of Regen Mills and Heritage Ground.
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AgEmerge Podcast 173 (Part I of Exploring the Haney Soil Test) laid the foundation for understanding how to read your soil test results. Now, AgEmerge Podcast 174 continues the conversation with Part II, featuring Liz Haney and Monte Bottens as they dive deeper into what those results actually mean.
Together, they explore the “what”—what soil testing reveals about soil health and how it informs fertility recommendations and management decisions. Dr. Liz Haney explains how the Haney Soil Test measures microbial activity and soil respiration, providing valuable insights into soil function and vitality.
This episode also covers key topics like interpreting soil health metrics, managing compaction, and the benefits of diverse crop rotations. Growers will gain practical takeaways on consistent sampling, understanding soil types and management zones, and the importance of working with trusted advisors to make informed decisions on the farm.
Are you a visual learner or would you like some additional materials to help this all make sense? Join our mailing list by clicking below and we'll send the Exploring the Haney Test PDF Guide straight to you.
Join the AgEmerge Mailing List: https://ag-solutions-network.kit.com/b47ceb598a
Chapters:
00:00 Exploring Soil Fertility Testing Methods
01:03 The Importance of Soil Health Metrics
09:48 Diversity in Crop Rotation and Soil Health
19:34 Understanding Soil Health Calculations
26:43 Fertility Recommendations and Their Context
40:49 Understanding Soil Health and Protozoa
46:13 Innovative Sampling Techniques for Soil Analysis
53:24 The Role of Soil Organic Matter in Soil Health
59:18 Impact of Cover Crops on Soil Nutrient Dynamics
01:04:32 Soil Survey Methodologies and Their Implications
01:11:04 Building Soil Health for Future Generations
Takeaways:
- Soil health is crucial for sustainable farming practices.
- The Haney test provides insights into soil microbial activity.
- Soil respiration is a key indicator of soil health.
- Microbial active carbon (MAC) is essential for understanding soil biology.
- Soil compaction can significantly affect microbial activity.
- Phosphorus levels can impact soil health metrics.
- Diverse crop rotations can improve soil health.
- Soil testing should be done at consistent times for accurate comparisons.
- Understanding soil types and management zones is vital for effective farming.
- Farmers should seek trusted advisors for soil management decisions.
Ag Solutions Network Socials:
https://www.agsolutionsnetwork.com/agemergepodcast
https://www.facebook.com/ASN.farm
https://www.linkedin.com/company/agsolutionsnetwork
https://twitter.com/POWER2GRO
https://www.instagram.com/agsolutionsnetwork/
Ag Solutions Network website:
https://www.agsolutionsnetwork.com/
Gaining a deeper understanding of the Haney Soil Test can transform your approach to agriculture by offering critical insights into nutrient availability and microbial activity. Whether you're a veteran grower or just beginning your regenerative agriculture journey, this series delivers practical knowledge to elevate your soil management and increase productivity.
Liz is a soil and ecosystem scientist with experience in soil testing and analyses, carbon and conservation practice modeling, and is the co-developer of the Haney Soil Health Test. Liz’s purpose, drive and passion are helping to improve producer profitability, environmental sustainability, and human health through regenerative practices and soil health.
Throughout her career she has developed an expansive network of scientists, thought leaders, consultants, farmers and ranchers within the sustainable agriculture space. Liz loves nothing more than creating community and is skilled at coordinating and conducting educational events, workshops and conferences bringing together today’s leading innovators in regenerative agriculture. Liz is also a co-founder of Regen Mills and Heritage Ground.
What's up with kids these days? Meet Drew Cotton and Andrew Larson. Mr. Larson is fresh into the retirement scene but together, the two men served as professors at Black Hawk College in Galva, Illinois. They've seen it all. And they confidently say, we're in good hands.
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Monte Bottens hosts interns and classes from Black Hawk multiple times throughout the year. The three guys talk all about the unique learning approach Black Hawk provides and the depth of experience students have under their belts by graduation.
Drew Cotton is the Co-Department Chair for the Agriculture Department at Black Hawk College. He focuses on agribusiness education. Prior to Black Hawk, Mr. Cotton studied Animal Sciences at the University of Florida and completed undergrad at Kansas State University. Mr. Cotton leads the Agribusiness Club and coaches the Agricultural Business and Horse Judging teams. With his peers and students, Mr. Cotton has coached and guided wins with the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Judging Conference Sweepstakes Awards.
Andrew Larson: We thank Mr. Larson for his military service, prior to becoming an instructor. He recently retired after teaching at Black Hawk College for 27 years. He earned a Master's of Science in Nutrient Management and Crop Production from the University of Illinois in 1998 after completing his undergrad from the Illinois State University in Environmental Sciences and Protection in 1994. While at Black Hawk, Mr. Larson served as a full-time instructor in the agriculture department of Black Hawk College. He taught production, marketing and management of agriculture curriculums. He's secured places of employment for over 500 graduates in the agriculture industry. And provided leadership to place and supervise over 100 internships. Mr. Larson managed a 25-acre college agronomy lab, coached college soil and crop judging teams, and also served as Advisor for the Trap Shooting Club.
He was the lead Investigator for Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity grant that supported a four-acre sustainable agriculture research plot and conducted numerous field trials annually in the agronomy lab. He designed subsurface drainage system in the agronomy lab to implement nutrient management study; facilitated installation of a bio-reactor.
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AgEmerge Podcast 173 (Part I of Exploring the Haney Soil Test) laid the foundation for understanding how to read your soil test results. Now, AgEmerge Podcast 174 continues the conversation with Part II, featuring Liz Haney and Monte Bottens as they dive deeper into what those results actually mean.
Together, they explore the “what”—what soil testing reveals about soil health and how it informs fertility recommendations and management decisions. Dr. Liz Haney explains how the Haney Soil Test measures microbial activity and soil respiration, providing valuable insights into soil function and vitality.
This episode also covers key topics like interpreting soil health metrics, managing compaction, and the benefits of diverse crop rotations. Growers will gain practical takeaways on consistent sampling, understanding soil types and management zones, and the importance of working with trusted advisors to make informed decisions on the farm.
Are you a visual learner or would you like some additional materials to help this all make sense? Join our mailing list by clicking below and we'll send the Exploring the Haney Test PDF Guide straight to you.
Join the AgEmerge Mailing List: https://ag-solutions-network.kit.com/b47ceb598a
Chapters:
00:00 Exploring Soil Fertility Testing Methods
01:03 The Importance of Soil Health Metrics
09:48 Diversity in Crop Rotation and Soil Health
19:34 Understanding Soil Health Calculations
26:43 Fertility Recommendations and Their Context
40:49 Understanding Soil Health and Protozoa
46:13 Innovative Sampling Techniques for Soil Analysis
53:24 The Role of Soil Organic Matter in Soil Health
59:18 Impact of Cover Crops on Soil Nutrient Dynamics
01:04:32 Soil Survey Methodologies and Their Implications
01:11:04 Building Soil Health for Future Generations
Takeaways:
- Soil health is crucial for sustainable farming practices.
- The Haney test provides insights into soil microbial activity.
- Soil respiration is a key indicator of soil health.
- Microbial active carbon (MAC) is essential for understanding soil biology.
- Soil compaction can significantly affect microbial activity.
- Phosphorus levels can impact soil health metrics.
- Diverse crop rotations can improve soil health.
- Soil testing should be done at consistent times for accurate comparisons.
- Understanding soil types and management zones is vital for effective farming.
- Farmers should seek trusted advisors for soil management decisions.
Ag Solutions Network Socials:
https://www.agsolutionsnetwork.com/agemergepodcast
https://www.facebook.com/ASN.farm
https://www.linkedin.com/company/agsolutionsnetwork
https://twitter.com/POWER2GRO
https://www.instagram.com/agsolutionsnetwork/
Ag Solutions Network website:
https://www.agsolutionsnetwork.com/
Gaining a deeper understanding of the Haney Soil Test can transform your approach to agriculture by offering critical insights into nutrient availability and microbial activity. Whether you're a veteran grower or just beginning your regenerative agriculture journey, this series delivers practical knowledge to elevate your soil management and increase productivity.
Liz is a soil and ecosystem scientist with experience in soil testing and analyses, carbon and conservation practice modeling, and is the co-developer of the Haney Soil Health Test. Liz’s purpose, drive and passion are helping to improve producer profitability, environmental sustainability, and human health through regenerative practices and soil health.
Throughout her career she has developed an expansive network of scientists, thought leaders, consultants, farmers and ranchers within the sustainable agriculture space. Liz loves nothing more than creating community and is skilled at coordinating and conducting educational events, workshops and conferences bringing together today’s leading innovators in regenerative agriculture. Liz is also a co-founder of Regen Mills and Heritage Ground.
