To help you get started with soil monitoring watch our videos on how to do key soil tests, use the Soilmentor app and look at results on the website.
VESS TEST
Learn what to look for when you visually analyse your soil structure:
EARTHWORM COUNT
The best technique for counting earthworms in your soil sample:
SLAKE TEST
Watch how to collect a soil sample in the field and see how well your soil structure withstands water:
HOW TO ANALYSE YOUR RESULTS
How to log in to your Soilmentor account and analyse your results:
RHIZOSHEATHS
This is an additional test to assess biological activity, although not considered a key test. Find out what to look out for:
INFILTRATION RATE VIDEO COMING SOON..!
See our free online soils guide for soil tests you can do at home and find out how our app Soilmentor helps you record & learn how your soil is changing.
