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What kind of soil is best suitable for growing maize?

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Red soil
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Alluvial soil
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Black soil
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Sandy soil
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Solution

The correct option is B Alluvial soil
Corn or maize requires temperature between 21°C to 27°C and grows well in old alluvial soil. Use of modern inputs such as high yielding variety seeds, irrigation facilities and fertilisers results in increased production of corn.

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