The productive wheat lands of parts of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho are underlain by soils incorporating volcanic ash and classified as ________.

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Soils incorporating volcanic ash are classified as Andisols, which are known for their high fertility and ability to retain water and nutrients, making them productive for agriculture. The other soil classifications listed do not typically have volcanic ash as a major component.

The Productive Wheat Lands of Parts of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho