Question
Download Solution PDFWhich crop grows best on black soil?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Cotton.
Key Points
- Black soil is also called as ‘Regur Soil’ or the ‘Black Cotton Soil’.
- It is well suited for the cultivation of cotton so it is also called cotton soil.
- They are generally clayey, deep, and impermeable.
- They are formed by the disintegration of basalt.
- It has the ability to retain moisture for a very long time.
- They are rich in soil nutrients, such as calcium carbonate, magnesium, and potash.
Additional Information
- Alluvial soil is suitable for the growth of sugarcane, paddy, wheat, and other cereal and pulse crops.
- Laterite soil is very useful for growing tea, coffee, and cashew nut.
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