Impacts of Land Use Types and Soil Depth on Soil Fertility Status in Dende Kebele, West Gojjam Zone, Ethiopia

Land use change and soil depth lead to subsequent changes in soil physicochemical properties in the northern highlands of Ethiopia. These changes in soil properties indicate a shift in soil fertility levels. The purpose of this study was to examine the impacts of different land use types and soil depths on soil fertility status in Dende Kebele, West Gojjam Zone, Ethiopia. The study utilized a randomized complete block design (RCBD) experimental design, with various land use categories serving as treatments. The study area was purposefully divided into three land use types (Eucalyptus plantation, grazing, and cropped land) and two soil layers (0–20 and 20–40 cm) with three replications. A total of 18 composite soil samples were collected for laboratory analysis. The interaction between land use types and soil depth had a significant impact (p