Comparative analysis of soils from five districts of the Cañete Valley basin and their influence on the fertility of corn (Zea mays L.) crops

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https://doi.org/10.25127/agrops.20252.1084

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Propiedades fisicoquímicas, edafotipos agrícolas, indicador agronómico, productividad edáfica, textura granulométrica

Abstract

A comparative analysis of agricultural soils was carried out in five districts of the Cañete valley basin (Peru), with the objective of evaluating their influence on the fertility of specialty corn (Zea mays L.) crops. Seven composite samples were collected, composed of 20 subsamples at 30 cm depth, considering texture, color and topography. The results showed that, on average, the soils had a loamy texture, neutral to slightly alkaline pH (7.74), average organic matter content (4.40 %), exchangeable sodium percentage of 11.49 % and effective cation exchange capacity (E.C.E.C.) of 16.66 mEq/100 g. At the district level, edaphic variations were identified: Nuevo Imperial showed clay loam texture and higher organic matter content (5.31 %), while Quilmaná and Imperial had silt loam texture and low levels of exchangeable sodium (<0.3 %). San Vicente stood out for its higher organic matter (6.13 %) and San Luis for its high P.S.I. (73.26 %). Overall, the edaphic properties reflect favorable conditions for the development of specialty corn, with potential to achieve high yields and organoleptic quality. These results provide useful evidence for agricultural planning, sustainable soil management and the improvement of regional productivity.

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2025-06-24

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Comparative analysis of soils from five districts of the Cañete Valley basin and their influence on the fertility of corn (Zea mays L.) crops. (2025). Revista De Investigación De Agroproducción Sustentable, 6(2), 35-42. https://doi.org/10.25127/agrops.20252.1084

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