Soil Compaction: What & Why - Gardening Beyond Basics E42

Update: 2025-11-02

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Soil specialist and consultant Dr. Jim Hoorman of Hoorman Soil Health defines what soil compaction is and the leading causes of compacted soils.

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Soil Compaction: What & Why - Gardening Beyond Basics E42

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Soil Compaction: What & Why - Gardening Beyond Basics E42

Soil Compaction: What & Why - Gardening Beyond Basics E42