Morphology and Soil Fertility of Western Rajasthan (Jodhpur Division)

Abstract

Analysis of over 24 thousand soil samples from Jodhpurs division arranged according to soil group are reported. The sandy soils (Desert soil) are low in fertilitv whereas prey brown alluvial roils have higher nutrient status. Brown soils of saline phase have more problems of salinlty and alkalinity whereas desert soils, calcic brown and hilly soils least. Fertilizer recommendation according to moll groups for major crops are indicated.