Answer:

Plants provide food for humans by growing fruits, vegetables and grains. Plants also provide nutrients to livestock which many humans eat.

We all need plants. People around the world are recognizing just how important both wild and cultivated plants are to human survival and development. Conservation action takes many forms, from education, research and seed banking activities, to natural area management and restoration.

Get your soil tested.

Use clean, plastic shovels and a well-cleaned bucket. Dirty or metal implements can introduce other minerals and nutrients.

Dig a hole 4-6" deep, placing the dirt in the bucket. Do not include mulch or trimmings.

Repeat with 4-5 holes, mixing together in a bucket.

Dry the soil on newspaper for 12-24 hours.

Bag the sample in a clean plastic bag or container and take in for analysis.

Explanation:

If you’ve been to your local hardware or garden center looking for organic fertilizer, you probably noticed how expensive they are. I see prices like $10 for a 4-pound bag. That tiny bag only has enough nutrients to feed about 60 square feet of garden space for the growing season.