Student researcher collecting soil samples with knife

FOCUS AREAS

  • Soil fertility and nutrient management
  • Soil health and microbiome research
  • Erosion control and land reclamation
  • Soil-water interactions and hydrology

IMPACT

We work to improve soil productivity while protecting water quality and ecosystem services, helping farmers and land managers make informed decisions.


FEATURED PROJECTS

  • Long-term soil fertility trials in Alabama cropping systems
  • Phosphorus runoff modeling in watersheds
  • Improvement of degraded soils
Project leaders
Chandler Gruener, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist (Soil Health)
Collaborate with us

We welcome partnerships with industry, government agencies, and community organizations. Contact us to learn more about our research programs, graduate opportunities, and outreach initiatives.

Contact Us
Department of Crop, Soil & Environmental Sciences