Mollic Albaqualf
central Missouri

This soil is formed in a loess parent material with clay contents ranging from 16% in the Ap horizon to 59% in the Bt horizon. Because of the clay-rich subsoil, these soils become saturated with water during the winter and spring months of the year, creating problems for their use and management. With artificial drainage, these soils are primarily used for agricultural production, with corn, soybeans, and sorghum being the major crops.