Biological

Soils are alive! A variety of soil organisms live in the soil. These organisms live on soil organic matter or other soil organisms and perform a number of vital processes in soil.

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Chemical

Soil chemistry is concerned with the availability of elements for plant uptake as well as chemical compounds that might be present at levels that are detrimental to plants and soil organisms.

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Physical

Physical properties and processes of soil affect soil fertility by altering water movement through soil, root penetration of soil and waterlogging.

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Welcome to soilhealth.com

This website provides background information relevant to soil health and the sustainable use of land for agriculture, horticulture and other practices, including forestry.

An online book for anyone interested in the living aspects of soils
– especially land managers, gardeners and students
by Professor Lyn Abbott
Click here to browse "Soils are Alive"

Australian Soil Club

Visit Australian Soil Club for more soil resources
Go to Australian Soil Club