Soil testing helps monitor crop growth conditions and farmland quality. Regular testing is crucial for agribusiness players and farmers. Laboratory reports provide current field properties, satellite data helps interpret results
Field experiment conducted with biochar application at 0, 10, and 20 t/m³. Soil samples collected in June 2021 for microbial analysis. Three treatment groups: control, 10 t/m³ biochar, and 20 t/m³ biochar
CEC measures soil's ability to retain positively charged ions like Ca2+, Mg2+, K+. Higher CEC indicates better soil quality and productivity. Cation exchange sites primarily found on clay minerals and organic matter. CEC can increase with organic matter but decrease with acidification
Some worms (earthworms, red wigglers) are beneficial for plants. Nematodes can be harmful to plants. Earthworms rarely found in potted plants. Ignoring worm infestation can lead to vinniel weevil development
Study examined four soil types: Chernozem, Luvisol, Planosol and Cambisol. 21 arable soil samples (84%) and 4 pasture grassland samples (16%) analyzed. Samples collected in spring (arable) and summer (pasture)
Spectroscopy studies electromagnetic radiation interaction with matter. Atoms and molecules absorb and emit specific energy quanta. Soil scientists use spectroscopy to quantify organic matter and carbon