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Q21. How long after liming should I sample to know if my liming program is working?
Soil testing three to four years after liming accurately reflects lime effectiveness and indicates if further application is necessary.
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Q16. Are some soils more prone to become acidic?
Sandy soils acidify faster due to low pH buffering capacity, while clay-rich soils acidify slower but require more lime to correct acidity.
View moreQ15. Do some crops acidify soil faster than others?
Legume crops acidify soils faster than cereals, but nitrogen fertilisers, high-yielding crops, and practices like hay cutting significantly accelerate soil acidification.
View moreQ17. Can mechanically ameliorated soil grow pulses without being limed?
Pulses can be grown in mechanically ameliorated soil without lime only if amelioration sufficiently raises soil pH by mixing in alkaline subsoil or clay; otherwise, liming is necessary.
View moreQ12. Why does acidity stop plant roots from growing?
Soil acidity restricts root growth mainly by increasing aluminium and manganese toxicity, reducing nutrient availability, impairing legume nodulation, and limiting beneficial microbial activity.
View moreQ6. Do I need to change fertiliser rates in calcareous soil?
Yes, calcareous soils require higher fertiliser rates for phosphorus and trace elements, careful testing, and cautious placement to prevent salinity and ammonia toxicity issues.
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