This study presents an integrated pedological and agrochemical assessment of a mollic saline–sodic alluvial soil identified on an agricultural area of 8.24 ha located in the Stăncuța Administrative Territory, Brăila County, Romania. The main objective was to evaluate land productive potential under saline–sodic conditions and to translate soil diagnostic results into practical, risk‑based crop technology recommendations, adapted to local edaphic constraints. Field investigations and soil sampling were carried out in March 2025, in accordance with the national methodology for pedological studies, and included detailed soil profile description and standardized laboratory agrochemical analyses. The results indicate the presence of significant edaphic limitations, primarily related to salinity and sodicity, fine‑textured soil horizons, deficient drainage, and a high degree of soil compaction. These cumulative constraints led to the classification of the investigated land into quality class IV for arable use, corresponding to a natural land suitability rating (NN = 37), equivalent to a low land capability level under international land suitability frameworks. From an agrochemical perspective, the soil exhibits a neutral to slightly alkaline reaction, a medium nitrogen supply, good to very good available phosphorus content, and excessive potassium levels, indicating an unbalanced nutrient status that requires carefully adjusted fertilization strategies. Based on the pedo‑agrochemical diagnosis, integrated technological recommendations were developed, focusing on soil amelioration and sustainable agricultural use rather than yield maximization. These include the application of chemical amendments to mitigate sodicity effects, incorporation of organic matter to improve soil structure, adaptation of tillage systems to reduce compaction, and differentiated fertilization according to nutrient availability. In addition, the adoption of appropriate crop rotations and salt‑tolerant crop species is recommended as a key measure for yield stabilization under class IV land conditions. The study highlights the importance of integrating pedological evaluation, land suitability assessment, and agronomic decision‑making to support sustainable agricultural use of saline–sodic soils.

saline–sodic soils; soil fertility; land quality assessment; crop technology; soil management

agronomy

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