Soils

• Soils Overview
  Soil biology, origin of materials, physiographic subdividisions, and management considerations.
• Soil Classification
  Orders, CRIFF Groups, and soil groups for purposes of forest fertilization.
• Guide to Soils in Which to Grow Timber Species
  A brief guide to some of the major timber species of Florida and the soils they grow best in.
• Fertilization
  Stand demand, nutrient supply, fertilizer materials and application, methods, and composting.
• UF/IFAS Soil and Analytical Services Laboratory
  A soil test can help determine soil attributes like pH, major nutrient levels, micronutrient levels, and other infomation. Your County Extension office can provide assistance in sampling and testing your soils.
• USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Web Soil Survey (WSS)
  The Web Soil Survey (WSS) provides soil data and information produced by the National Cooperative Soil Survey. This site is updated and maintained online as the single authoritative source of soil survey information.