Shifting soil dynamics: Unveiling physicochemical changes in Punjab region
Siddharth Singh Bhadauria, Kamble Vivek, Robert Wayembam, Meraj Ahmed and Princy Thakur
A review conducted in the state of Punjab, located in north-west India, within the geographical coordinates of 73053 and 76055 E longitude and 29033 and 32031 N latitude. The review covers a total area of 503,762 square kilometers. The Punjab region is renowned for its exceptional fertility within the Indian subcontinent. Following the green revolution, the soil in the Punjab region has deteriorated due to the widespread practice of intensive agriculture and commercial farming. This review provides an overview of multiple research studies conducted over a ten-year period on the physiochemical features of soil in the Punjab region. Our focus is on studying the alterations in the physiochemical characteristics of soil resulting from intensive agricultural practices. The soil in the Punjab region is undergoing desertification due to unsustainable farming practices, resulting in significant negative effects on crop productivity and soil fertility. To comprehend the dynamic nature of soil physiochemical characteristics, it is necessary to review previous research studies. This study of soil focuses on its physio-chemical properties, which include factors such as pH, electrical conductivity, texture, soil organic carbon, accessible nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. This information will benefit anybody with an interest in pursuing a career in the agricultural industry.
