What is the need and importance of soil testing from the point of view of farmers ??
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Soil testing analyses is important for farmers to better understand their soil types and deficient of nutrients and it help to minimise the quantity and different types of fertilisers, it become cost benefit to peasants.
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A soil test is important for several reasons:
To optimize crop production, to protect the environment from contamination by runoff and leaching of excess fertilizers, to aid in the diagnosis of plant culture problems, to improve the nutritional balance of the growing media and to save money and conserve energy by applying only the amount of fertilizer needed.
Pre- plant media analyses provide an indication of potential nutrient deficiencies, pH imbalance or excess soluble salts.
This is particularly important for growers who mix their own media.
Media testing during the growing season is an important tool for managing crop nutrition and soluble salts levels.