Upload NowThis article throws light upon the five main types of salt affected soils found in India. The types are: 1. Saline Soils 2. Coastal Saline Soils 3. Sodic Soils 4. Acid Sulphate Soils 5. Potential Acid Sulphate Soils. Salt Affected Soil: Type # 1. Saline Soils: Soluble salts containing chlorides and sulphates of sodium, calcium […]
Main Types of Salt Affected Soils Found in India
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Features of Soils in Agro-Ecological Sub-Regions of West Bengal
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After reading this article you will learn about the features of soil found in agro-ecological sub-regions of West Bengal. 1. The Warm Humid Agro-Ecological Sub-Region: The warm humid agro-ecological sub-region covers the mountainous region of Darjeeling District. It occupies an area of 0.26 m ha, representing 2.9 per cent of the total geographical area of […]
Acid Sulphate Soils: Formation, Classification and Management
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After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Introduction to Acid Sulphate Soils 2. Formation of Acid Sulphate Soils 3. Classification and Characteristics 4. Management. Introduction to Acid Sulphate Soils: Soil with sufficient sulphides (FeS2 and others) to become strongly acidic when drained and aerated enough for cultivation are termed acid sulphate soils or […]