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Soil Health Assessment Guide
A comprehensive guide to evaluating soil health indicators and interpreting results for better land management.
National Soil Policy Framework
Policy recommendations for integrating soil health into national agricultural and environmental strategies.
Microbial Diversity in Indian Soils
Research on microbial communities across different soil types found in the Indian subcontinent.
Field Manual: Organic Composting
Step-by-step manual for farmers on preparing and applying organic compost for improved soil fertility.
Facilitator Handbook: Soil Workshops
Training materials and session plans for conducting community-level soil health awareness workshops.
Cover Cropping Best Practices
An illustrated guide to selecting and managing cover crops for erosion control and nutrient cycling.
Impact of Chemical Fertilizers on Soil Biome
A longitudinal study examining the effects of synthetic inputs on soil microorganism populations.
State-Level Soil Degradation Report
Detailed analysis of soil degradation patterns across Indian states with policy intervention recommendations.
Vermicomposting: A Practical Manual
Hands-on manual for setting up and maintaining vermicomposting systems at farm and household scale.
Training Module: Soil Testing Techniques
Complete training curriculum with activities and assessments for soil testing education programs.
Featured Publication
The State of India's Soil: A Comprehensive Assessment
By Dr. Priya Sharma, Dr. Rajan Mehta & the SHF Research Team
This comprehensive annual report provides an in-depth analysis of soil health trends across India, covering 18 states and over 5,000 sampling sites. It examines changes in organic carbon levels, microbial diversity, and nutrient profiles, offering evidence-based recommendations for policy makers, researchers, and farming communities.
Soil Health Report
240 pages
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