Testing for toxic chemicals and heavy metals is available in Los Angeles County from philanthropic groups, researchers, and ...

Over three days in late March, four Los Angeles Times environment reporters and an editor fanned out across the Eaton and Palisades burn scars to collect 40 soil samples from residential properties: ...

Before applying fertilizer or any other soil amendment, it's a good idea to see what the soil already contains. That way you ...

The Port of Kennewick has paused sales at its prized Vista Field urban redevelopment site after soil samples from a construction site tested positive for hazardous materials. Tim Arntzen, executive ...

Wildfire survivors across Los Angeles County are discovering that the most dangerous consequence from a wildfire isn’t always visible. Lead, arsenic, and other toxic metals could be hiding deep in ...

Explore how soil stabilization research can enhance infrastructure durability in America. Discover effective methods and ...

To grow good plants, you need good soil. The only way to tell what your soil really needs is to take a soil test. Applying too much fertilizer could be detrimental to your plants. You could waste ...

Discover why you should test your soil in January, with insights from a garden expert. Get ahead of the growing season by ...