The general properties of sodic soil are listed below: 1. Sodic soils have a pH value greater than 8.5. 2. The Sodium Absorption Rate (SAR) of sodic soil is higher than 13. 3. It has an Exchangeable Sodium Percentage (ESR) of more than 15.  4. Electrical conductivity (EC) of sodic soil is lesser than 4.0 dS m-1. 5. Sodic soil shows poor water infiltration properties.