The amount of nitrogen is 40.52 percent higher than the fields in the district, due to which the condition of soil health is deteriorating. Achi-News

Achi news desk-
Ramesh Kumar The increasing amount of nitrogen in the arable land of Sitamari district is now becoming a matter of concern. Because of this, 40.52 percent of the district’s arable land is on the verge of being damaged. At the same time, only 1.5 percent bio-organic matter is available in the fields, which is a concern. This feeds the beneficial bacteria in the soil, making the nutrients in the soil usable by plants. This conclusion was discovered after testing 6367 samples from different blocks of the district at the district soil testing laboratory. Not only that, some soils suffer from a lack of potash. Due to which crop grains are affected. But, there is a lack of awareness among farmers. Farmers still practice traditional farming without testing the soil and applying chemical fertilizers to the soil. Because of this the fertility of the fields is affected day by day. Unwanted expenses are also created. Not only that, the health of the soil is also deteriorating day by day. As a result, along with the damaged crop, the quality of the grains is also affected. Whereas the district is agricultural and its main source of income is agriculture. This directly affects their income. Out of the total area of ​​the district 129758.93 dunams, the cultivable area is 126962.70 dunams. where agriculture is carried out. The soil testing laboratory of the Department of Agriculture tests the soil brought from different blocks. The latest report revealed that the amount of nitrogen is high in 40.52 percent of land, that is 52578 dunams in the district. Because of this, the yield of this land is now affected. The plants are green and tall, but their yield is reduced. Plants spread over the earth due to their weight. While still There is a nitrogen deficiency in 35.02 percent of the soil, the amount of nitrogen is normal in 40 percent of the soils in the district, due to which the crop lacks maturity, only 1.5 percent of the soil is a matter of concern Beneficial bacteria that convert various elements into plant use. Soil health cards are provided to farmers. Last time only 6367 samples could be tested. Farmers should be motivated Use different fertilizers only after soil testing. – Brajesh Kumar, District Agriculture Officer. ^ In any case, chemical fertilizers are not beneficial for soil health. By using cow dung and compost, the amount of nitrogen, phosphorus and potash remains balanced and the bio-organic matter is needed for soil fertility. In sufficient quantity too.- Dr. Ram Ishwar Prasad, Agricultural Scientist Emeritus Nodal Officer, Krishi Vijan Kendra, Pophri.