Akamigbo, F.o.r.

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Research Article Vol. 31, Issue 2

Characterization and Identification of Contemporary Diagnostic (b) Horizons of Some Soils in Ideato North Local Government Area of Imo State Southeastern Nigeria

Onyekanne, C. F.^*, Uzoh I .N, , Ezeaku, P.I., Akamigbo, F.O.R.

Most soils in Nigeria have not been characterized and classified based on diag- nostic B horizon and identification of diagnostic B horizon is essential in the study of soils. As a result, this study was carried out to characterize and classify these soils with special emphasis on the identification of diagnostic B- horizons. A free survey method w...

Aug, 2021 Vol. 31, Issue 2 241 views 572 downloads

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Research Article Vol. 31, Issue 2

Variability of Micronutrient Status and Hazard Potential in Soils of Six Mapping Units Within Eastern Part of Kogi State, Nigeria

Ukabiala, M.E, Uzoh I .N^*, Kolo J., , Ezeaku, P.I., Akamigbo, F.O.R.

Micronutrient imbalance in some soils is a major challenge for cultivation of crops. Hence the need to assess their status and variability in agricultural soils. The aim of this research was to assess the micro-nutrient status, variability and hazard potential in some soils within eastern part of kogi state of Nigeria. Six mapping units, 2a, 17a, 1...

Aug, 2021 Vol. 31, Issue 2 288 views 547 downloads

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Research Article Vol. 29, Issue 2

Characterization and Classification of the Soils of Bukuru - Jos, North Central Nigeria

Kwaghe, E.J.^*, Akamigbo, F.O.R., Igwe, C.L

Twelve profile pits were sunk, four in each of the three locations of Bukuru, the study area. Proper soil profile description was done and recorded to obtain field characterization data after which thirty-six soil samples were collected from all the genetic horizons for soil characterization. Bukuru soils showed higher sand fraction (71%) than silt...

Aug, 2019 Vol. 29, Issue 2 270 views 565 downloads

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Research Article Vol. 29, Issue 1

Hydro - Geomorphic Study on Selected Soil Properties, Classification and Management Considerations of Soils on Alluvial Landforms in Southeastern Nigeria

Umeugochukwu O.P^*, Akamigbo, F.O.R., Chude, V.O, Eze P.N

The soils were characterized with regards to their macro morphology, physicochemical properties and heavy metal contents. This is to infer their pedogenesis and propose agrotechnology transfers as well as management considerations necessary for sustainable cultivation. Reconnaissance survey was used for initial soil identification. Two categories o...

Apr, 2019 Vol. 29, Issue 1 275 views 570 downloads

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Research Article Vol. 26, Issue 2

Suitability Evaluation of Soils of the Coastal Plain Sands for Rain - Fed Maize Production in Acid Sands of South - Eastern Nigeria.

AHUKAEMERE C.M.^*, Onweremadu E. U, Akamigbo, F.O.R., Ndukwu, B.

Soils developed on Coastal plain sands have been classified as acidic soils of low CEC and soil fertility. These fragile sandy soils were evaluated for effective and sustainable rain-fed maize production using FAO land suitability classification system. Profile pits were consequently dug in four different soil units – 100m apart: Umuagwo soil unit ...

Aug, 2016 Vol. 26, Issue 2 275 views 574 downloads

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Research Article Vol. 25, Issue 1

Impact of Open Cast Mine Land Use on Soil Physical Properties in Enyigba, Southeastern Nigeraand the Implication for Sustainable Land Use Management

Okolo, C.C.^*, Akamigbo, F.O.R., , Ezeaku, P.I., Nwite, J.N, Nwite, J.C, Ezeudo, V. C, Ene, J., Ukaegbu, E. P, Udegbunam, O.N., Eze, N. C

The study examined the extent of soil physical properties deterioration due to mining activities in Enyiba Ebonyi State, Southeastern Nigeria. In the study, two factors were considered: factor A - Soil depths (surface soil: 0-15 cm and subsurface soil: 15-30 cm) and factor B - Distances from mine pits (100 m, 200 m, 300 m, 400 m and 500 m away from...

Apr, 2015 Vol. 25, Issue 1 293 views 540 downloads

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Research Article Vol. 25, Issue 1

Characterization, Classification and Land Suitability Evaluation of Soils Derived from Diverse Parent Materials in Central Cross River State of Nigeria for Arable Cropping

Nsor M.E.^*, Akamigbo, F.O.R.

The Physico-chemical characterization of soils derived from five parent materials in the humid tropics of South Southern Nigeria was studied. Soil properties such as texture, drainage, effective soil depth, nutrients status and reserves were employed for site suitability evaluation for arable cropping (cassava, maize and groundnut). Suitability cla...

Apr, 2015 Vol. 25, Issue 1 353 views 576 downloads

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