Warm, sunny days in early spring tempt us to start sowing seeds and setting out transplants. Now is a good time to start checking soil condition, but planting may need to wait. Here are some pointers ...

A squeeze test to feel the soil is one of the best ways to tell if it's ready for planting. Slightly warmer soil that's springy and falls apart is a sign that it's set for seeds. Good early spring ...

Regardless of what you’re growing, spring is an exciting time of year. But it doesn’t come without challenges. Compaction can lead to wet soil that makes it difficult to get in your fields on time for ...