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Biosolids are applied using a spreader in agricultural soils. All biosolids applied in the study had similar nutrient composition. (Photo by Rebecca Ryals)
While scientists know that biosolids application can benefit the soil, they are still learning about the best ways to measure this. In addition, it can be hard to determine how much it helps the soil over a long period.
That’s where Yocelyn Villa from the University of...