The Understanding soil analysis data book, which was published by the Western Australian Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, is part of the Soil Quality Knowledge Base. This book explains how to interpret laboratory soil analysis results. The tests measure the ability of the soil to store and conduct water, nutrients and gases (soil physical fertility), whether there are enough available nutrients for plant growth (soil chemical fertility) and the quality of the organic matter in the soil. While the content focuses on Western Australia, the information is applicable to other Australian regions [PDF 3.2 MB, 60 pages].#
This is a carefully curated database of important soil resources. The data base is not exhaustive but rather a library of the resources we believe are the most useful for the audience. Each resource has been added after careful consideration against our selection criteria, including but not limited to its scientific validity, accessibility, and readability. The library generally does not include most academic research papers but may include some open-source papers written in accessible English.
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SSA reminds users that these resources are a guide only. Our understanding of soil science is improving continuously so it is important to check the suitability of the information for your purpose with an appropriately qualified professional such as a Registered Soil Professional or a Certified Professional Soil ScientistÂ
