The study of
soil is called agronomy. Soil condition effects the quality of the agricultural
products it helps to produce. |
It takes a lot of work and time to test the soil, take care of it, and use it properly. There are many ways to categorize the quaility of soils. Below are a few counties with their soil information.
CHARACTERISTICS OF SELECTED SOILS IN PENNSYLVANIA
Berks County- moderately deep, well-drained, crop production group 1, corn and grain bu/A 150.
Bucks County- Deep, well drained, crop production group 3, corn and grain bu/A 125.
Chester County- Deep soil, well drained, crop production group 1, bu/A 150.
Lehigh County- Deep, moderately well drained, crop production group 4, bu/A 100.
Neshaminy County- Deep, well drained, crop production group 1, bu/A 150.
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