Vol. 12, Special Issue 10 (2023)

Author(s):
Hanumanta DL, Ashok LB, Ganapathi, Vasudev L and Kumar Naik AH

Abstract:
The examination of soil from a physico-chemical perspective involves the analysis of several key parameters, such as pH, Electrical Conductivity (EC), and the levels of primary macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium), as well as secondary nutrients (sulfur), Organic Carbon (OC), and various micro-nutrients. Assessing the soil's fertility is vital for promoting sustainable agricultural practices in a given region. The optimal proportions of primary macronutrients and micronutrients within the soil provide valuable insights into its fertility, which in turn plays a pivotal role in regulating crop yields. For the purposes of our study, we selected the Hiriyur taluk in the Chitradurga district of Karnataka. Here soil samples were gathered from a depth of 0-30 cm in a random fashion within banana-farming communities in Hiriyur taluk and conducted a comparative analysis of their physico-chemical properties. The outcomes of this investigation offer valuable information to farmers, enabling them to identify soil-related issues, assess its nature, and gauge nutrient levels, all of which are instrumental in enhancing sustainable agricultural production.