Why soil test is necessary

Why soil test is necessary
  • Soil testing is absolutely necessary for the meaningful use of fertilizers and better crop production. 

  • Soil testing can detect soil pH, electrical conductivity[EC], organic carbon as well as major nutrients and micronutrients, which are essential for increasing yields.

  • After checking the level of nutrients available in the soil, the amount of manure and fertilizer can be recommended in the field by determining the balanced amount of elements according to the crop and variety.

  • To identify and improve the acidity, salinity and alkalinity of the soil, by recommending the quantity and type of rectifiers, you can adopt important advice and suggestions to make this type of land cultivable.

  • To find out the suitability of the land for fruit orchards.

  • For the preparation of the soil fertility map. This map is important for determining various crop production plans and gives information related to fertilizer use in a particular area.

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