The most important thing for soil testing is to collect the right soil sample. For sampling, note that before sampling, the growth of the crop taken in the field has been the same, and the same fertilizers have been used in them.
Sample Collection Method-
Make a mark at 10-15 places by moving in a zig-zag manner in the field where the sample is to be taken so that all parts of the field can be included in it.
Remove grass, straw, garbage etc. from the upper surface at the selected places.
In all these places dig the pit 15 cm (6-9 inch) deep “V” shape. After cleaning the pit, 2 cm from top to bottom on one side with the hoof, Take out the layer of thick soil and put it in a clean bucket or tray.
Mix the entire soil collected by hand and make a round heap by putting it on a clean cloth. Divide the pile made into four equal parts and remove two piles. Now mix the soil of the remaining two heaps well again and make round heaps. Repeat this process until 500 grams of soil are left.
Place the dry soil sample in a clean plastic bag and put it in a cloth bag. Tie a notice sheet with the sample on which all the information is written inside a plastic bag and outside a cloth bag.
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