Why do a nematode extraction? Diversity assessment:To figure out what nematode diversity is in the soil or compost.Within the first 24-48h the free living, free swimming nematodes will be extracted. Root feeding nematodes are bound to the root environment, move much shorter distance and won’t generally cover the distances within this early time span.Keep theContinue reading “Nematode extractions”
Tag Archives: Microscopy
Microscopy ergonomics
Looking after our health whilst completing microscopy work is essential for enjoyment, quality output and sustainability of our work.
Learn about finding a good fit between our equipment, environment and our needs.
A glimpse at the sex lives of fungi
For several weeks I wondered: What is it that I am seeing here?There were lots of little off-shoots of the single strands of mycelium, at fairly regular intervals. Someone had suggested the fungus started branching off in search for food, but this did not fit the pattern I saw. Branching fungal strands, hyphae, maintain theirContinue reading “A glimpse at the sex lives of fungi”
Microscopy Equipment
All the equipment here is what I use or have heard other students comment favourably on. Any student of the soil food web school will receive recommendations for equipment. Trouble is – these are focussed on the US, so here is what I and a couple of others found useful in a European context, particularlyContinue reading “Microscopy Equipment”
Soil Food Web Student 