Question

what are the characteristics of pegasse soil?

Answer 1

pegasse soil is a type of tropical peat occurs behind the coastal clays and along the river estuaries while silts line the banks of the lower rivers.

Answer 2

Pegasse soils is a dark loose peaty acidic soil that is formed by decomposition of plant material and is found in the parts of Guyana.

These have a high percentage of organic matter.

These soils extend over 9% of the cultivated area.

These also have acid sulphate properties in the subsoils and highly acidic when drained.