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We're losing it, soil that is. And we need to do more to stop the slide of this precious asset into waterways and ultimately the ocean.

One teaspoon of soil contains more living organisms than there are people in the world. Without this biological diversity there would be no life on earth.

Winter is a critical time for livestock farmers, with increased risk of erosion and sediment getting into waterways.

Growing up in urban South Auckland seems a world apart from working with South Island farmers.

For farmers or contractors working abrasive soils, the cost of wearing metals on ploughs, cultivators or powered implements can make a serious dent in their bottom line.

A report on the state of New Zealand soils has expressed great concern about the disproportionate amount of high-quality land being used for urban development.

Winter's end is a time for cultivating paddocks; this must be done well to prevent sediment and excessive nutrients getting into waterways from the land.

Whole-farm soil testing saves Taranaki farmer Hayden Lawrence about $15,000 on fertiliser each year.

Soil Scientists need to engage more with society and educate people about the importance of soil.

FOR THE countless cooks poring over the recipe books in search of the perfect menu this Christmas, here is a sobering thought - no soil, no sumptuous spread.