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The Ladakh region is the cold arid region of Jammu and Kashmir state in north India where agriculture is the main occupation. The soils of the region are alkaline, poor in fertility and prone to erosion. ... Application of organic manures, compost and biofertilizer can improve soil health.Author:
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CULTIVATION IN LADAKH
Wheat and barley are the traditional crops of Ladakh, and continued to be the staple food of the people. Cereals are grown for twin purpose of food and fodder. Of the total 10223 Ha under cultivation, wheat (2415 Ha) and barley (3632 Ha) occupy 59.2% of the total cropped areas
SOILS IN LADAKH
Majority of the soils in Leh and Kargil district are sandy to sandy loam in texture and medium to medium-high (e"0.75%) in organic matter with poor water holding capacity. The pH ranged from 5.65 to 10.12 in Leh and pH of Kargil varied from 6.57-9.47.
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