There is a clear relationship between soil quality and crop yield, so this important issue should always be addressed.
Determining the acidity level of the soil is especially important.
Some summer residents carry out the deoxidation process "just in case", which is a big mistake. As a rule, special litmus papers are purchased to determine the indicators, notes Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", a landscape designer and agronomist.
So, depending on the color, you can calculate the condition of the soil. But you can also use a simpler method.
How to Determine Soil Acidity Level Using Regular Vinegar
First, you need to take a glass or a piece of glass, put it on the table. Then put the soil itself. You won't need much soil for the procedure - one spoon will be enough.
Next, pour in the vinegar and evaluate the reaction.
If the soil is alkaline, you will notice a large amount of foam. If there is hissing and a moderate amount of foam, you can conclude that your soil is neutral.
But the absence of any reaction indicates that your area has an increased level of acidity.
Based on the results of the "experiment", a correct plan of action can be developed.
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh
