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Geo Spatial Assessment and Micronutrient Mapping of Calcareous Soils in Muzaffarpur District, Bihar, India

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The soil fertility maps created using GIS are valuable tools, with the geo-coordinates of soil samples recorded using a Garmin GPS device and then imported into the base map through ArcGIS software. The analyzed soil fertility data covers sampling sites in the Minapur, Kanti, and Marwan blocks of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. A total of 40 geo-referenced composite soil samples were collected from various locations, with multiple soil fertility parameters assessed using standard prescribed methods. The results indicated that the soil had an alkaline reaction, with a pH value above 7.5. The soil organic content ranged from low to medium. DTPA-extractable available zinc (Zn) levels varied between 0.14 and 0.79 ppm, with an average of 0.42 ppm. Copper (Cu) levels were below the critical limits, while iron (Fe) and manganese (Mn) were found in relatively medium concentrations.

Source: Journal of Scientific Research and Reports

DOI: 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i112543

Authors: Sanjay Kumar Singh, Techi Tagung, Ajeet Kumar, Pankaj Singh, Harendra Singh, Sumedh R. Kashiwar, Sanjay Tiwari, A.K. Singh, Shweta Kumari, Y. V. Singh

Institutions: Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agriculture University, Central Agricultural University, Dr Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Nagaland University, Bihar Agricultural University, Banaras Hindu University

Language: English

Topic: Plant Micronutrient Interactions and Effects

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4403809828

FWCI: 0.224

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