The Role of Soil Amendments in Soil and Water Conservation
Brai Marcellus Alugbe & Ehiomogue P.
Department of Sciences
National Institute of Construction Technology (NICT), Uromi, Edo State
Michael Okpara University Umudike
Email: maxcellusng6@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
Soil amendment is referred to as all inorganic and organic substances mixed into the soil for achieving a better soil constitution regarding plant productivity. The aim of this research work is to review the commonly used soil amendment in Nigeria, their effectiveness and the problems that is associated with the implementation of this practice. The common soil amendment in Nigeria includes; poultry litters, cow dung’s, compost manure and goat yard manure. Care has to be taken in choosing the appropriate soil amendment depending on the initial soil conditions.
Keywords: Soil Amendment, soil conditioners, Bio-fertilizers, soil conservation, and water management.
