INDIAN SOIL MICROBIOME PROJECT
Explorations
Meghalaya
Geographical area:
22489 sq. Km
Agro ecological zone:
Warm Perhumid eco-region with red and lateritic soils
Major agricultural crops:
Rice, Wheat, Maize Pulses
Soil type:
Red and Lateritic sandy loam soil
Soil pH:
4.5 to 6.0
