• Nutrition Management
• Crop Nutrient Requirements
• Fertiliser Application
• Soil Characteristics
  • Soil Texture
  • Soil PH
• Sampling and Analysis
• Timing is Critical
• Record Keeping

Soil PH

Soil PH

'Soil pH' indicates the acidity or alkalinity of soil. A soil of pH 7 is considered neutral. Thus, soil with a pH of less than 7.0 is acid, whereas soil with a pH greater than 7.0 is alkaline. Ideal pH for most vegetable crops is between 5.5 and 8.0. Nutrient deficiencies and toxicities can occur when pH falls below 5.5 (acid) or above 8.0 (alkaline)