Illustrative Articles
Each article reflects my journey as a scientist and illustrator. They are crafted to make soil health visible, engaging, and easy to understand through the lens of both science and art.
The Ultimate Power Duo: How EC and CEC Transform Your Soil Into a Nutrient Goldmine
Modern farming is drowning in complexity. We obsess over NPK ratios, chase new fertilizer blends,…
Is your soil really alive? The mycorrhizal hyphosphere tells the truth
Is your soil really alive, or is it just inert material? The answer lies not…
World Soil Day special: 7 amazing secrets your soil remembers that will transform farming
December 5th, 2025 marks another World Soil Day but this year, we’re uncovering the hidden…
Fertilizer Phosphorus Management Guide: Why Crops Don’t Get Phosphorus and How to Fix It
Fertilizer phosphorus management is one of agriculture’s biggest hidden challenges. Farmers spend billions annually on phosphorus…
The Hidden Network That Feeds 7.8 Billion People Every Day (And We’re Destroying It)
What if the most biodiverse ecosystem on Earth isn’t the Amazon rainforest or a coral…
Ultimate Guide to Healthy Soil: 7 Powerful Secrets That Transform Your Garden Forever
What does healthy soil mean for your garden’s success? If you’ve ever wondered why some…
The Living Soil : A bond of Soil, Organic Matter, and Organisms
The living soil is far more than just a substratum for plant growth; it is a…
Soil Is Not a Garbage Bin: Soil Pollution Prevention Matters
Soil is often seen as an endless filter, a place where waste, chemicals, and residues…
How Farming and Climate Change Are Interconnected, and What We Can Do About It
Farming and climate change are closely connected, more than many realize. As global temperatures rise,…
Organic Matter ≠ Organic Fertilizer: Why Soil Listens to Biology, Not Branding
In today’s agricultural landscape, the word “organic” is everywhere from food labels to fertilizer bags….
Microbes at Work: How Soil Life Feeds Your Plants Naturally
When it comes to growing healthy crops or home gardens, fertilizers often take center stage….
Why Do Plants Need Microbes? Rethinking the 5th Factor in Plant Health
For decades, plant biology has been framed around four essential factors: sunlight, water, temperature, and…
Knowledge is power, and together, we can make informed choices for a healthier planet!