Pedological Characterization of Some Typical Soils of Busia County, Western Kenya: Soil Morphology, Physico-chemical Properties, Classification and Fertility Trends

Kebeney, S. J.; Msanya, Balthazar M.; Ng’etich, W. K.; Semoka, J. M. R.; Serrem, C.

doi:10.9734/ijpss/2015/11880

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“…The results on volumetric moisture content complied with the heavy clayey texture in Pedon MKU-P1 as opposed to dominance of sand particles in Pedon MBA-P1 (Table 2). [28] reported a pedon with high clay content to have higher moisture retention capacity with a gradual moisture decrease as suction potential increased, compared to one dominated by sand with a rapid decrease in moisture content as the suction potential increased. This phenomenon suggests an effect of drastic dryness of field crops whenever there is a dry spell during the rainy season in the case of Pedon MBA-P1 (28,29).…”

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“…[28] reported a pedon with high clay content to have higher moisture retention capacity with a gradual moisture decrease as suction potential increased, compared to one dominated by sand with a rapid decrease in moisture content as the suction potential increased. This phenomenon suggests an effect of drastic dryness of field crops whenever there is a dry spell during the rainy season in the case of Pedon MBA-P1 (28,29). Average rainfall data (Figure 2) show December to May rainfall is above 100 mm/month allowing farmers to practice both rainfed and irrigated rice production in the district.…”

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Pedological Characterization of Some Typical Alluvial Soils of Kilombero District, Tanzania

Kalala¹

2017

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Abstract:This study was carried out in Kilombero District, Tanzania with the objective of characterizing the soils in terms of their morphology, genesis, physico-chemical properties and classification. Three pedons KISA-P1, MKU-P1 and MBA-P1 were identified within the Kilombero Valley, dug, described and sampled. Disturbed and undisturbed soil samples were taken from designated pedogenic horizons for physical and chemical analysis in the laboratory. Using both field and laboratory data soils were classified using both USDA Soil Taxonomy and World Reference Base for Soil Resources schemes of classification. Results show that the three pedons were developed under Isohyperthemic temperature and Aquic moisture regimes. All pedons were deep (100 -120 cm). Whereas Pedons KISA-P1 and MBA-P1 had sandy clay loam topsoils overlying sandy clay subsoils, Pedon MKU-P1 had clayey texture throughout its profile depth. All pedons had low chromas of ≤ 3 and redoximorphic features in form of abundant mottles particularly in the subsoils. Topsoils of Pedons KISA-P1 and MBA-P1 had dominantly friable to very friable moist consistence while those of Pedon MKU-P1 had very firm moist consistence. Subsoil moist consistence varied from firm to extremely firm (Pedons KISA-P1 and MKU-P1) and from friable to very firm (Pedon MBA-P1). Structures were dominantly weak to moderate subangular blocky in all studied soils but some horizons were structureless single grained and massive. Soil reaction ranged from extremely acid (topsoil of MBA-P1) to mildly alkaline (subsoil of MKU-P1) with pH values of 4.44 and 6.73 respectively. Topsoil organic carbon and total nitrogen contents in the studied pedons were low (0.66 to 1.4%) and very low to low (0.08 to 0.19%) respectively. CEC soil values were rated as low to medium ranging from 8.4 to 23.8 cmol (+)/kg respectively in Pedon KISA-P1 and Pedon MKU-P1. Percent BS values varied between and within studied pedons and ranged from low < 50% to high > 50%. Studied soils manifested nutrient imbalances in respect of basic cations. On the overall, fertility of the studied soils was rated as low to medium. According to USDA Keys to Soil Taxonomy, Pedons KISA-P1 and MKU-P1 classified as Inceptisols, equivalent to Cambisols in WRB for Soil Resources whereas Pedon MBA-P1 classified as Entisols equivalent to Fluvisols. All three sites were recommended for paddy production.

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Section: Soil Morphology and Genesis Of The Studied Soils In Kilombermentioning

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Pedological Characterization of Some Typical Alluvial Soils of Kilombero District, Tanzania

Kalala¹

2017

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“…These results support the results of bulk density in section 4.1.2.3 which indicated that the upper horizon is not much compacted like the mid horizons. For example Kebeney et al (2015) reported low penetration resistance in top soils which was attributed to low bulk density and reduced metric potential.…”

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“…Thus, soil and related land resources inventory and characterization are basic in guiding and enabling forecast of land use potential and management requirements for sustained agricultural production . Pedological characterization provides valuable information and knowledge on soil characteristics and gives clear understanding on soil genesis, morphology, classification and spatial distribution of soils in an area (Kebeney et al, 2015). The types and amount of fertilizers to be applied for economic and sustainable crop production depend on knowledge about the soil .…”

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Pedological Characterization and Fertility Evaluation of Paddy Soils of Mvumi Village, Kilosa District, Tanzania

Massawe¹,

Msanya²,

Rwehumbiza³

2017

Int. J. Curr. Res. Biosci. Plant Biol.

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A b s t r a c t A r t i c l e I n f oThis study was conducted to characterize, classify and evaluate fertility of soils of Mvumi Village, Kilosa District, Tanzania. Representative soil profile of the colluvio-alluvial plain covering Mvumi Village was identified, dug, described and sampled using FAO Guidelines. Four samples from genetic horizons and eight surface samples from eight farms were taken for pedological characterization and soil fertility evaluation respectively. Results on pedon morphology revealed very deep and moderately well drained to somewhat poorly drained profile with very dark grey clays and granular topsoil structure over weak coarse wedge-shaped subsoil structure. The pedon was classified as Ustic Endoaquerts and Haplic Vertisols respectively in USDA Soil Taxonomy and WRB for Soil Resources. Shrinking and swelling, and pedoturbation were typical pedogenic processes. Low pedon Ca/Mg ratios indicate nutrient imbalance likely to limit uptake of Mg by plants. Very high Mg/K ratios can also lead to nutrient imbalance and toxicity. All sampled farm sites had clayey texture and pH ranging from 5.2 to 7.4. OC (0.53 -1.75 %) was low in all sites. N (0.06 -0.19%), P (1.54 -5.79 mg P kg -1 ) and K (0.12 -0.40 cmol (+) kg -1 ) were deficient whereas micronutrients were adequate in all sites except for Zn (0.35 -1.57 mg kg -1 ) which was low. CEC was rated as medium (15.2 to 21.6 cmol (+)/kg). Based on landform features and soil properties of both pedon and surface samples, soils of Mvumi were recommended for paddy rice as one of major crops. Prudent fertilizer use is deemed necessary to address possible deficiency and imbalance of some nutrient elements.

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“…This is exacerbated by soils which are inherently low in N and P (GART, 2011), are acid in nature especially in high rainfall areas of Zambia (GART, 2011;MAL, 2013) and contain low soil organic matter (SOM) (Kabamba and Kankolongo, 2009;Thierfelder et al, 2012). Acid soils tend to have high levels of Al 3+ and Mn 2+ which are toxic to plants (Millaleo et al, 2010;GART, 2011;MAL 2012;Nweke, 2013;Kebeney et al, 2015) and impede crop production in Zambia (GART, 2011;MAL, 2012). The acid soils are also low in Ca which results in aborted pods in groundnuts, a condition commonly referred to as "pops" (MAFF, 1989;Siamasonta, 1995).…”

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The Effect of Combining Calcium, Nitrogen and Phosphorus Fertilizer Application on Groundnut Yield in Smallholder Farmers’ Sole Cropping System

Chirwa¹,

Mrema²,

Mtakwa³

et al. 2017

Int. J. Curr. Res. Biosci. Plant Biol.

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A b s t r a c t A r t i c l e I n f oA field experiment was conducted to determine the effect of combining Ca, N and P on yield of groundnuts. The 3 3 factorial experiment involved applying the nutrient-elements at three levels of P at P 0 , P 30 and P 60 kg P ha -1 ; Ca at Ca 0 , Ca 100 and Ca 200 kg Ca ha -1 and three levels of starter N at N 0 , N 10 and N 20 kg N ha -1 . Treatment combinations were randomly allocated in each of the three blocks. Groundnut variety MGV 5 was grown as a sole-crop for two consecutive growing seasons of 2014/15 and 2015/16. Results revealed that application of Ca, N and P either alone or in combination resulted in significant increase in the 100 seed weight and yields of haulm, pods and kernels of groundnuts. The application of the fertilizer combination at the rate of Ca 200 N 20 P 60 kg ha -1 had an additive synergistic effect on MGV 5 and consequently resulted in the highest kernel yield of 4.18 t ha -1 , pod yield of 6.72 t ha -1 , haulm yield of 5.87 t ha -1 and the highest 100 seed weight of 102.7 g. It was, therefore, concluded that the fertilizer combination of Ca 200 N 20 P 60 kg ha -1 is appropriate for obtaining optimum yields of groundnuts.

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Pedological Characterization of Some Typical Soils of Busia County, Western Kenya: Soil Morphology, Physico-chemical Properties, Classification and Fertility Trends

Cited by 23 publications

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Pedological Characterization of Some Typical Alluvial Soils of Kilombero District, Tanzania

Pedological Characterization of Some Typical Alluvial Soils of Kilombero District, Tanzania

Pedological Characterization and Fertility Evaluation of Paddy Soils of Mvumi Village, Kilosa District, Tanzania

The Effect of Combining Calcium, Nitrogen and Phosphorus Fertilizer Application on Groundnut Yield in Smallholder Farmers’ Sole Cropping System

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