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September 19, 2025International Journal of Sustainable Agricultural ResearchOpen Access

Assessment of agronomic potential of land resources within the Gadana watershed in Northeast Nigeria, based on the analysis of soil and physiographic attributes

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ACAlhaji Maigana ChiromaIAIbrahim AdamuALAbubakar Abdullahi Lawal

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Soil properties and topography indicate potential for irrigation and cropping in Gadana watershed, suggesting careful management is crucial.

Key Points

  • A significant portion of the Gadana watershed shows suitability for surface irrigation and intensive agriculture, indicating potential for high agronomic yield.
  • Soil analysis revealed varied textures, with sandy loam and clay loam being predominant, providing critical insights into land suitability for cropping.
  • Topographical assessments demonstrated that nearly half of the watershed consists of flat and gentle slopes optimal for agricultural practices.
  • The findings underscore the importance of integrating nutrient recycling and soil management practices to mitigate fertility limitations.

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Chiroma et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d46fbd31b076d99fa6976ahttps://doi.org/10.18488/ijsar.v12i2.4363
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