Regur soil is most suitable for the cultivation of :

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Groundnut

Cotton

Tobacco

Sugarcane

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Regur soil is the local name for Black soil found in India, particularly in the Deccan Trap region. These soils are known for their high clay content and ability to retain moisture, making them very fertile for certain crops, especially cotton. Black soil is often referred to as “black cotton soil” due to its suitability for cotton cultivation.

Regur soil is synonymous with Black soil in India and is derived from weathering of volcanic rocks. Its key characteristic is its moisture-retentive capacity and high fertility for cotton.

While black soils can also be used for other crops like sugarcane, groundnut, jowar, etc., cotton is the most prominently associated crop with Regur soil because of the soil’s unique properties that suit cotton cultivation well, such as its ability to retain moisture during dry spells.

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