Determination of physochemical properties of soil before and after agricultural activities / Azam Saqeef Norazmi

Soil as diverse and dynamic natural resource is crucial to produce food, fibre, and other products as well as a vast choice of ecological services. For many applications, including agriculture, forestry, and environmental management, it is essential to understand the physical and chemical properties of soil. In this study, physical and chemical properties in the watermelon farm’s soil before and after agricultural activities has been analysed. Texture, structure, bulk density, porosity, and pH were evaluated on agricultural and non-agricultural soil samples. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) was carried out to identify functional group of organic matter in the soil. Results shows that the pH, nitrogen, and organic matter of agricultural soil were lower than those of non-agricultural soil. Agriculture altered the texture and structure of the soil. These data show that agriculture considerably influences soil physical and chemical properties and underline the significance of sustainable farming approaches to maintain soil health