These challenges are compounded by sandy soils with low organic matter ... are increasingly used in organic farming to extend growing seasons and protect crops from adverse weather conditions.

These names give you an idea of when they will crop and the type of soil they're suitable for. Carrots and parsnips grow best in light, sandy soil so if your soil is heavy clay, stony, chalky or ...

The presence of sandy soils in lowland parts of Makueni negatively affects the quantity of food produced and types of crops that can be grown. Sandy soils have poor water holding capacity ...