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Saline soils can be improved by

Saline soils can be improved by Correct Answer Use of FYM

The correct answer is Use of FYM.

  • When the soil contains excess of sodium salts and clay contains exchangeable calcium, the soil is called saline soil.
  • Found in arid and semi-arid zones.
  • Total soluble salt is > 0.1%
  • pH varies between 7.5 and 8.5.

 

  • Reclamation of saline soil:
  • Flooding or leaching.
  • Frequent irrigation on the field.
  • Use of Farm Yard Manure (FYM)

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