Proper soil sample preparation is key to precise data on your soil’s pH, nutrient levels, and the exact soil amendments your ...

As we march through the thick of winter, salt — that granular ally against slips and skids — becomes a near-ubiquitous sight on pavements and roads. But what seems a necessary defense against ice's ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Every winter across most of the northern US, giant bags of salt ...

When snow is in the forecast, roads are often pre-treated with a layer of salt to prevent the formation of ice. The pretreatment allows the New York State Department of Transportation to use less salt ...

CAPITAL REGION — Last winter’s road salt shortage isn’t the sort of training regimen that Johnstown City Engineer Chris Vose would like, but he admits it was a good rehearsal for what the state is ...

A sidewalk on Indiana University's Bloomington campus with salt leftover from a recent winter storm. Kris Stepenuck said you can sweep up extra salt and save it for the next time you need it. The ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Winter weather has a good grasp on Western New York early on in the season. Along with snow, comes ice. Many folks and municipalities are using rock salt to keep sidewalks and roadways ...

With the onset of arctic temperatures and NBC News reporting cold temperatures and winter storm systems continuing to sweep across the U.S., it’s very likely that you’ll be waking up to find a yard ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation launched a campaign called “Don’t Be Salty, New York!” to encourage people to use less rock salt this winter. The ...

Using salt on icy roadways and sidewalks can be bad for the environment, but there is an alternative. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has more. Analysis: Trump’s ‘treason’ attack shows how deeply the NYT’s ...

Salt is a crucial ingredient in so many dishes, adding flavor to everything from Kosher salt is a go-to choice for both home cooks and professional chefs. It has a larger grain size, so it's easy to ...

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — As winter weather returns to the region, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is encouraging New Yorkers to be mindful of their rock salt usage. The reminder ...