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SULFUR POWDER AND ITS EFFECTS ON SOIL PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES IN THE JORDAN VALLEY

Ahmad Hassan Al-Mansoori·Sara Mohamed Al-Khalifa
Published 23 January 2025
Vol. 12, No. 2 (2024)
pp. 40-49
CC BY 4.0
  1. 1
    Ahmad Hassan Al-Mansoori
    Jordan Valley Authority Laboratories, Dair Ulla, Al-Balqa, Jordan
    JO
  2. 2
    Sara Mohamed Al-Khalifa
    University of Sharjah, Department of Chemistry, Sharjah, P.O. Box 27272, UAE
    AE

The Jordan Valley, a unique geographic region in Jordan, boasts exceptional agricultural potential due to its distinctive soil and environmental conditions. It plays a pivotal role in the country's food production, providing a wide range of agricultural products, including grains, vegetables, and fruits. Additionally, the Jordan Valley serves as a vital source of agricultural exports to international markets, contributing significantly to the nation's food security and economic growth. However, the Jordan Valley faces formidable challenges, primarily water scarcity and land management issues, which demand innovative solutions for sustainable agricultural development. This study delves into the utilization of modern irrigation techniques and the mitigation of soil salinity, conducted in Jordan during 2009-2010, as potential pathways to overcome these challenges. The soil's chemical composition, including its pH level, profoundly influences nutrient availability for plant growth. Research on the impact of sulfur addition to calcareous soil, conducted over multiple years, has revealed its significant effects on crop yield and soil consistency. For instance, studies by Weidenfeld explored the application of sulfur to calcareous soil and its impact on sugarcane yield, while in Turkey, Kaplan and Orman investigated the addition of sulfur and sulfur-containing waste to calcareous soil, specifically in the context of Sorghum cultivation

JournalColumbia Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
ISSN3065-0380
Volume / IssueVol. 12, No. 2 (2024)
Pages40-49
Published23 January 2025
Access Open Access
LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Al-Mansoori, A., Al-Khalifa, S. (2025). SULFUR POWDER AND ITS EFFECTS ON SOIL PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES IN THE JORDAN VALLEY. Columbia Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Vol. 12 No. 2, pp. 40-49

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