4-H Agricultural Land Judging and Homesite Evaluation in Kentucky
4BA-08MJ
4-H Agricultural Land Judging and Homesite Evaluation in Kentucky
4-H Agricultural Land Judging and Homesite Evaluation in Kentucky
Authored by: Bob Pearce Edwin Ritchey
Abstract
Land judging is a way of appraising the physical nature and capability of soils. Certain soil properties, such as slope, depth, and color, that can be seen, felt, or measured, are reliable indicators of soil characteristics that impact crop growth and productivity. Land judging does not replace soil testing. Laboratory tests that determine the chemical and physical nature of soil help us predict plant response to lime and fertilizer, estimate the amount of a waste product that can be safely applied to the soil, and determine the limitations for uses such as homesites and roads.
Core Details
Publication ID
4BA-08MJ
Status
Minor Revision
Publication Date
April 17, 2023
Series
Multi-Part Series
N/A
Categorical Details
Language
English
Peer Reviewed?
Yes