Why does organic matter break down quickly in the soils of Pakistan, resulting in less than 1% organic content?

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Published
25 Mar 2021
Last updated
28 May 2026

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Organic matter in Pakistani soils decomposes rapidly due to the combined effects of high temperatures and alkaline soil conditions, which is why the organic matter content is typically below 1%.

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