This manual provides methods for evaluating soil health parameters, including physical, chemical, and biological indicators, suitable for researchers and…
The "Soil Testing Methods Manual" is part of the FAO Chinese Publication Project series. It aims to provide a range of methods for evaluating key parameters of soil health for soil researchers and farmers. The manual covers assessment methods for physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of soil.
It includes a section on Visual Soil Assessment (VSA) to provide information on soil health. The manual is part of the Soil Testing Kit (STK) developed by the Global Soil Research Project. It offers various testing methods applicable to different climates, crops, and soil types. This manual is written in Chinese.
The manual provides a series of methods for evaluating key parameters of soil health to offer preliminary data for researchers and farmers.
It allows users to make timely field management decisions based on test results obtained from the soil.