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Soil Organic Matter: Sources and Composition | Soil Science

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Sources of Soil Organic Matter 2. Composition of Organic Residues 3. Decomposition 4. Factors Affecting the Rate 5. Role 6. Maintenance. Contents: Sources of Soil Organic Matter Composition of Organic Residues Decomposition of Organic Compounds in Soil Factors Affecting the Rate of Decomposition Role of Organic Matter Maintenance of Organic Matter in [...]

By Ankush J|2018-03-22T05:18:19+00:00March 22, 2018|Soil Organic Matter|Comments Off

Soil Organic Matter: Nature and Role | Soil Science

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Nature of Soil Organic Matter 2. Types of Soil Organic Matter 3. Factors Affecting Organic Matter Decomposition 4. Role of Organic Matter. Nature of Soil Organic Matter: Soil Weight (i.e. of furrow slice) = 2x106kg/ha Nitrogen status of Soil is 0.03-0.05%N means 1000kg of N/ ha. Total nitrogen of soil means available [...]

By Riya D|2018-03-12T05:06:57+00:00March 12, 2018|Soil Organic Matter|Comments Off