Physico-chemical Characteristics of Soils of Pothwar and Determination of Organic Matter

Fateh, S H; Arshad, Muhammad; Naeem, Muhammad; Latif, Muhammad

doi:10.3923/pjbs.2006.473.476

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“…Figure 5 shows the percentage distribution of different soil classes at the surface, 0.5 and 1.0 m depths. The sandy loam, loam and silt loam are dominant soil classes, which are almost consistent with those identified by Fateh et al (2006). It was noted that the coverage of sandy loam decreased with increasing soil depth.…”

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“…The highest SOM was in the surface layer at the Himalayan piedmont, where rainfall and vegetative cover are normally higher than in the other areas. Fateh et al (2006) found SOM ranges of 0.172–0.932% in the region, and Qureshi et al (2000) reported SOM ranges of 0.25–0.8% in the tehsil (administrative district) of Gujar Khan. Figure 7 reflects a decreasing trend of organic matter towards the tehsil .…”

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“…Thus, regional data and appropriate infiltration models that best fit the data are required for both local and global applications (Wimalasiri et al, 2020). The Indus basin lacks an appropriate density of comprehensive soil data, as only limited localized studies for a few targeted parameters in bits and pieces are available (Aamer et al, 2015; Ahmad et al, 2017; Fateh et al, 2006; Gul et al, 2011; Noor et al, 2020; Wasiullah & Bhatti, 2007). Strengthening the comprehensive soil‐ and water‐related database in the basin is important for the horizontal expansion and sustainable development of agriculture.…”

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Field‐scale measurements of soil physico‐chemical profiles of the Potohar region in the Indus basin of Pakistan

Malik

Ashraf

2023

Irrigation and Drainage

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Soil physico‐chemical properties are important for best management practices. We measured infiltration, bulk density, texture, water retention and chemical profiles from the surface to 1.0 m and lithology to 50 m depths at 30 sites. The infiltration data were fitted to the cumulative and infiltration rate models of Philip and Horton. The same sites were used for water retention, physico‐chemical properties and lithological assessment. The cumulative models fit persistently better than their infiltration rate forms. The Horton cumulative model fitted statistically better than the corresponding Philip model. The dominant steady‐state infiltration rates were 15–30 and 30–45 mm h−1 over the entire profile. Sandy loam, loam and silt loam were the dominant soils. The percentages of sandy loam decreased, whereas silt loam increased, with depth. Water retention parameters and lithological strata were diverse and in harmony with physiography. Soil organic matter varied up to 2.5%. No sodicity or salinity was detected except in sparse saline seeps. The central tendency and extrema of the measured parameters were compatible with the literature, and the CVs of the soil hydraulic parameters were greater than those of the physical parameters. Comprehensive data are presented, which will serve as an important reference for regional and global repositories.

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Field‐scale measurements of soil physico‐chemical profiles of the Potohar region in the Indus basin of Pakistan

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2023

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“…However, these were very rare (0.1%) in the study area (Table 2-3). Similar results were also reported by Shaheen (2016) and Fateh et al, (2006) for Gujar Khan area. fall in the range of 0.41 to 0.60% followed by 33% in 0.21-0.40% whereas, only 1.2% had OM contents more than 1% (Table 4).…”

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Soil Characteristics and Fertility Indexation in Gujar Khan Area of Rawalpindi

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Mehdi

Abad³

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Pak. j. sci. ind. res. Ser. A: phys. sci.

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Soil characteristics of Gujar Khan area of Rawalpindi district were evaluated through physical and chemical analysis. About 3002 soil samples were received/collected from farmers' fields of Gujar Khan during the period between 2012 and 2017 and analysed for texture, electrical conductivity (ECe), pH, organic matter (OM), available phosphorus (AP) and available potash (AK). The analysis results revealed that texture of the soils varied from sandy loam (33.5%) to loam (61.6%). The 98.6% soils had ECe values within the normal range (< 4 dS/m) and almost 74% soil had from 7.5 to 8.5 pH values with an average of 7.76. Thus there was no salinity/alkanity hazard in the area. Generally most of the soils were poor from the fertility point of view. About 96% soils were poor in both OM and AP contents, whereas, 3.0% soils have OM (>0.86%) and 3.4% satisfactory levels and AP (>7.0-14 mg/Kg). However, 62% soils has satisfactory to adequate AK status. The frequency distribution analysis indicated that 45% soils of Gujar Khan and OM content in the range of 0.4-0.6%, 57% and soil have AP in the range of 4.0-6.0 mg/Kg, while 50% and AK in the range of 81-120 mg/Kg. The soil fertility indexes in respect of OM and AP were low (1.0), whereas AK (1.7) indicating a medium fertility status of Gujar Khan soils.

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“…Air mean temperature and mean precipitation of Rawalpindi district is given in Figure 1. Rawalpindi district and pothohar region, generally have sandy loam and alkaline soil types (Fateh et al, 2006).…”

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Genetic Potential and Inheritance Pattern of Phenological Growth and Drought Tolerance in Cotton (Gossypium Hirsutum L.)

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Cotton has prime importance in the global economy and governs socio-economic affairs of the world. Water scarcity and high temperature are major constraints that badly affect cotton production, which shows the need for the development of drought-tolerant varieties. Ten cotton genotypes, including three drought-tolerant and seven susceptible, were identified from a panel of diverse cotton genotypes at the seedling stage under two contrasting water regimes. Three lines were crossed with seven testers under line × tester mating design. The 21 F1 cross combinations along with 10 parents were evaluated under 100% non-stress (NS) and 50% drought stress (DS) filed capacity to assess the effects of drought stress and its inheritance in the next generation. All the genotypes were evaluated till the maturity stage for combining ability, heritability, and other genetic factors to understand the drought tolerance mechanisms. The proportional contribution of lines in the total variance evidenced that lines had a significant higher contribution in total variance for days to boll opening (DBO) of 10% and proline contents (PC) of 13% under DS conditions. It indicates that lines contributed more positive alleles for such traits. Under DS condition, DTV-9 × BT-252 and DTV-9 × DTV-10 had maximum negative specific combining ability (SCA) effects for DBO. Simultaneously, DBO also had higher heritability (h2) which indicates its dominant gene action and meanwhile, the importance of these combinations for the early mature and short duration variety development. The results revealed that most of the studied traits, including days taken to maturity, yield traits, and physiological traits, are under significant genetic control, with a strong genetic basis and have a huge potential for improving drought tolerance in cotton. Drought tolerance was found to have a strong association with early maturity and agro-climatic conditions of the cultivated areas. Identified superior parents in this study are suggested to use in the future breeding program to advance the cotton growth and drought tolerance.

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Physico-chemical Characteristics of Soils of Pothwar and Determination of Organic Matter

Cited by 6 publications

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Field‐scale measurements of soil physico‐chemical profiles of the Potohar region in the Indus basin of Pakistan

Field‐scale measurements of soil physico‐chemical profiles of the Potohar region in the Indus basin of Pakistan

Soil Characteristics and Fertility Indexation in Gujar Khan Area of Rawalpindi

Genetic Potential and Inheritance Pattern of Phenological Growth and Drought Tolerance in Cotton (Gossypium Hirsutum L.)

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