Soil Health Monitoring Farm Inspection Checklist

Soil Condition Assessment

Assessment Point Observation / Rating
Soil Texture
Soil Structure
Soil Moisture
Soil Color
Soil Odor
pH Level
Presence of Organic Matter
Evidence of Erosion

Biological Factors

Observation Point Observation / Notes
Earthworm Activity
Presence of Beneficial Microbes
Root Development
Crop Residue Breakdown

Current Management Practices

Practice Notes
Tillage
Crop Rotation
Organic Inputs / Compost
Irrigation
Cover Cropping