Ready to go deeper? This course explores soil as a living ecosystem — from the food web of organisms that make it thrive, to composting, soil testing, and science-backed practices drawn from USDA and university extension research. Perfect for gardeners who want to understand the why behind healthy soil, not just the what.

Here are the key things you’ll discover as you explore the living world of soil.

1. Soil as a Living Ecosystem: Foundations of Soil Health
2. The Soil Food Web and Its Benefits
3. Core Soil Health Practices for Your Backyard
4. Composting at Home: Turning Waste into Garden Gold
5. Testing and Tuning: Simple Soil Tests and Smart Adjustments

What is most thrilling to me is that this course was developed from research created from trusted sources including the USDA, EPA and University Extension research. If you really want to geek out your can access the paper “Cultivating a Healthier Future: Principles of Optimum Soil Health and Its Far-Reaching Impact” here or under the resources tab above.