Summary
Core Ideas Soil health metrics were sensitive in North Carolina soils. Tillage intensity and fertility practices were especially differentiated by biological soil health metrics. Soil health metrics associated with labile organic matter correlated well with crop yields. Soil health (SH) refers to the ability of a soil to function and provide ecosystem services. This study reanalyzes data from long‐term agronomic management experiments in North Carolina and addresses previous conclusions regarding the utility of SH test metrics. Data for 15 SH indicators in the Comprehensive Assessment of Soil Health (CASH) framework from three long‐term trials in North Carolina were analyzed to assess effects of tillage intensity and organic vs. conventional management. This included four soil biological i
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