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To Reverse a Troubling Trend, Farmers Are Adding Rocks to Their Fields

Modern Farmer

ERW companies collect the rock powder, sometimes milling it further to reduce the grain size. Studies show that volcanic rock dust can raise the pH of overworked soils, improving productivity. Rauch was worried about seeding, soil compaction and whether he’d end up with one giant gravel pile.