International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
Kratika Nayak, RP Sahu, Namrata Jain, B. K. Dixit, Vikas Gupta, Abhijeet Dubey

abstract
Soil health deterioration due to monocropping and intensive farming is a major concern in the Kymore Plateau and Satpura Hills of Madhya Pradesh. A field experiment was conducted in 2023-24 and 2024-2025 at JNKVV, Jabalpur, to evaluate twelve diversified cropping sequences under irrigated conditions. Results showed negligible effects on soil pH and EC, but significant improvements in organic carbon, available NPK, and microbial activity under legume-based systems. Soybean-Chickpea-Greengram recorded the highest soil fertility and microbial counts, while Okra-Brinjal-Amaranthus performed poorest. Findings highlight the superiority of legume-inclusive sequences in enhancing soil health and ensuring sustainable productivity.