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Welcome to Canopy Lawn Care’s Turf Nerds blog. Read through valuable insights, tips, and fun lawn care banter written from the desk of Mike Hrivnak. Mike’s credentials include graduating from the #1 turf grass management program in the U.S. at NC State, athletic field management for UNC Chapel Hill, Durham Bulls, and the Washington Nationals, plus 20 years of industry experience.

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November 26, 2024

Why Soil Carbon is Important

Soil carbon refers to the carbon stored in the soil, primarily as soil organic matter.  This organic matter consists of animal materials, microorganisms, decomposed plant matter, and associated byproducts. 