مرکز منطقه ای اطلاع رساني علوم و فناوري - Effects of Barnyard Manure and Beet Pulp Addition on Some Soil Properties

Abstract :

This study aimed at the assessment of the effects of different barnyard manure (AG) and sugar beet pulp (PK) applications on some physical properties of soil. The experimental soil sample was collected from the 0-20 cm depth of commonly distributed soil great group (Fluvaquent) in the agricultural fields of Atatürk University, Faculty of Agriculture. The rates applied were 2.5%, 5%, and 7.5% of dry matter per pot. Soils were incubated for 6 months at near field capacity. At the end of this period, physical properties of soils were analyzed and compared with initial values. Results obtained in this study have showed that, organic matter (OM) contents of soils increased with increasing barnyard manure and sugar beet pulp rates. However, this effect was more in barnyard manure applied soils. In contrast to OM content, addition of sugar beet pulp caused significant changes in hydraulic conductivity and aggregate stability. In light of these results it can be concluded as, application of sugar beet pulp to soils can enhance erosion resistance of soils much greater than barnyard manure.