Assessment of Soil Nutrient Status in Guava (Psidium guajava L.) Orchard under Ultra-High Density Planting System in Raipur Region of Chhattisgarh

A field experiment was conducted during the year 2023-24 and 2024-25 in mrig bahar crop at research field of Precision Farming Development Centre (PFDC), Department of Fruit Science, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur (C.G.). The objective is to estimate the soil fertility status in Guava field under ultra-high density planting system. The soil analysis the interaction effects further underscored this finding; with combinations such as T₁₁ (V₂N₄) (Lalit variety, combination of 75 % RDF + Cow urine @4lit plant^-1) achieving the highest values favourable soil nutrient profiles, including the highest levels of available nitrogen (241.86 kg ha^-1), phosphorus (16.49 kg ha^-1) and potassium (399.85 kg ha^-1), alongside relatively lower soil pH and electrical conductivity, which are beneficial for sustained soil fertility. Overall, the integration of Lalit variety with balanced nutrient management offers the most promising strategy for maintaining soil health and fertility in guava orchards.