In strongly acidic soils (pH 3.5-4.5) insoluble iron phosphates form. Between pH 4.0-6.5 much of the phosphorus reacts with aluminum. Calcium phosphates are important between pH 7.0-9.0. Maximum availability lies at pH 6.5 in mineral soils but the range 6.0-7.0 is satisfactory for most crops.
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