Review
Soil Science
Wei Hu, John Drewry, Mike Beare, Andre Eger, Karin Muller
Summary: Agricultural intensification in New Zealand has increased productivity but also led to negative impacts on soil structure and environmental outcomes, including soil compaction and aggregate fragmentation. Soil structural degradation (SSD) is common in many regions and under different land uses in New Zealand, with significant implications for production, contaminant losses, and N2O emissions. However, knowledge gaps exist regarding the relationship between SSD and soil hydraulic properties, as well as the costs and implications for farm production and environmental effects associated with SSD.
Article
Agronomy
Jacek Pranagal, Andrzej Wozniak
Summary: In this study, the long-term effects of different soil cultivation systems and planting methods on the physical properties of soil were examined. It was found that reduced tillage systems and wheat monoculture did not significantly differ in the analyzed parameters, but conventional tillage provided the least amount of water for plants. The long-term use of reduced tillage systems had a positive impact on the soil's water properties.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Soil Science
Thiago Massao Inagaki, Joao Carlos de Moraes Sa, Cassio Antonio Tormena, Andressa Dranski, Amanda Muchalak, Clever Briedis, Ademir de Oliveira Ferreira, Neyde F. B. Giarola, Alvaro Pires da Silva
Summary: The study compared no-till systems without mechanical disturbance, with mechanical chiseling, and with biological chiseling using radish as an intercrop. Results showed that mechanical chiseling depleted SOC stocks, while using radish as an intercrop increased SOC stocks, root development, and crop yield.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Soil Science
Elizabeth L. Rieke, Shannon B. Cappellazzi, Michael Cope, Daniel Liptzin, G. Mac Bean, Kelsey L. H. Greub, Charlotte E. Norris, Paul W. Tracy, Ezra Aberle, Amanda Ashworth, Oscar Banuelos Tavarez, Andy Bary, R. L. Baumhardt, Alberto Borbon Gracia, Daniel C. Brainard, Jameson R. Brennan, Dolores Briones Reyes, Darren Bruhjell, Cameron N. Carlyle, James J. W. Crawford, Cody F. Creech, Steve W. Culman, Bill Deen, Curtis J. Dell, Justin D. Derner, Thomas F. Ducey, Sjoerd W. Duiker, Miles F. Dyck, Benjamin H. Ellert, Avelino Espinosa Solorio, Steven J. Fonte, Simon Fonteyne, Ann-Marie Fortuna, Jamie L. Foster, Lisa M. Fultz, Audrey Gamble, Charles M. Geddes, Deirdre Griffin-LaHue, John H. Grove, Stephen K. Hamilton, Xiying Hao, Zachary D. Hayden, Nora Honsdorf, Julie A. Howe, James A. Ippolito, Gregg A. Johnson, Mark A. Kautz, Newell R. Kitchen, Sandeep Kumar, Kirsten S. M. Kurtz, Francis J. Larney, Katie L. Lewis, Matt Liebman, Antonio Lopez Ramirez, Stephen Machado, Bijesh Maharjan, Miguel Angel Martinez Gamino, William E. May, Mitchel P. McClaran, Marshall D. McDaniel, Neville Millar, Jeffrey P. Mitchell, Amber D. Moore, Philip A. Moore, Manuel Mora Gutierrez, Kelly A. Nelson, Emmanuel C. Omondi, Shannon L. Osborne, Leodegario Osorio Alcala, Philip Owens, Eugenia M. Pena-Yewtukhiw, Hanna J. Poffenbarger, Brenda Ponce Lira, Jennifer R. Reeve, Timothy M. Reinbott, Mark S. Reiter, Edwin L. Ritchey, Kraig L. Roozeboom, Yichao Rui, Amir Sadeghpour, Upendra M. Sainju, Gregg R. Sanford, William F. Schillinger, Robert R. Schindelbeck, Meagan E. Schipanski, Alan J. Schlegel, Kate M. Scow, Lucretia A. Sherrod, Amy L. Shober, Sudeep S. Sidhu, Ernesto Solis Moya, Mervin St Luce, Jeffrey S. Strock, Andrew E. Suyker, Virginia R. Sykes, Haiying Tao, Alberto Trujillo Campos, Laura L. Van Eerd, Nele Verhulst, Tony J. Vyn, Yutao Wang, Dexter B. Watts, Bryan B. William, David L. Wright, Tiequan Zhang, Cristine L. S. Morgan, C. Wayne Honeycutt
Summary: This study assessed the impact of physical disturbance on soil microbial communities and the potential carbon mineralization (Cmin). The results showed that the type of cropping system, the intensity of physical disturbance, and soil pH can influence microbial sensitivity to physical disturbance. The enriched sequences under soils managed with minimal physical disturbance were associated with organisms capable of producing extracellular polymeric substances and adapting to environmental stressors.
SOIL BIOLOGY & BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Judyson de M. Oliveira, Cassio A. Tormena, Gerson R. dos Santos, Lincoln Zotarelli, Raphael B. A. Fernandes, Teogenes S. de Oliveira
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of mechanized harvesting and soil tillage on soil penetration resistance influenced by eucalypt straw management. The results showed that eucalypt straw contributed to mitigating the impact of harvest traffic on soil penetration resistance in coppicing forest systems. However, different levels of eucalypt straw managed before soil tillage did not influence soil penetration resistance levels in stand renewal forest systems.
Article
Environmental Sciences
J. L. Brown, R. Stobart, P. D. Hallett, N. L. Morris, T. S. George, A. C. Newton, T. A. Valentine, B. M. McKenzie
Summary: The study found that deep non-inversion and minimum tillage practices led to higher soil organic carbon levels compared to conventional ploughing in rotational systems, while conventional ploughing had higher soil organic carbon levels than plough compaction, minimum tillage, and zero tillage in a monoculture system in Scotland. Bulk density was also higher in the soil surface of conventional plough compared to minimum tillage after harvest. Overall, the study suggests that there is limited benefit in using shallow minimum tillage and zero tillage practices in the UK to increase soil carbon storage.
JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Igor Bogunovic, Ivan Dugan, Paulo Pereira, Vilim Filipovic, Lana Filipovic, Vedran Krevh, Jasmina Defterdarovic, Manuel Matisic, Ivica Kisic
Summary: The negative impact of conventional agriculture on the environment and food security highlights the importance of optimal soil management practices. This study examined the effects of conventional and conservation tillage on Stagnosols in a semi-humid environment. The results showed that conservation tillage reduced soil compaction and increased soil moisture content, resulting in higher crop yields.
Article
Agronomy
Fekremariam Asargew Mihretie, Atsushi Tsunekawa, Nigussie Haregeweyn, Enyew Adgo, Mitsuru Tsubo, Tsugiyuki Masunaga, Derege Tsegaye Meshesha, Kindiye Ebabu, Muluken Bayable
Summary: Teff is an important crop for smallholder farmers in Ethiopia, and improved crop management practices are needed to increase productivity and decrease costs. Reduced tillage can improve soil moisture and reduce costs, while row planting can decrease seed costs and lodging. Different tillage and planting practices can influence plant population and leaf area index, while soil compaction has a significant impact on labor costs.
Article
Agronomy
Vaclav Voltr, Jana Wollnerova, Pavel Fuksa, Martin Hruska
Summary: The study found that reduced tillage has positive effects on the production economics and greenhouse gas emission parameters of most crops, especially for rye, oat, and spring barley. However, crop yields may be reduced, with the specific reduction depending on the type of crop.
Article
Agronomy
Ottorino-Luca Pantani, Lorenzo Ferretti, Margherita Santoni, Simone Massenzio, Luigi Paolo D'Acqui, Gaio Cesare Pacini
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of organic and high-input management combined with different tillage systems on soil fertility. The results showed that organic management had a positive impact on root distribution and soil texture. Tillage systems affected soil penetration resistance and earthworm abundance. Furthermore, the study suggested that there might be significant differences between organic and conventional management in deeper soil layers.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF AGRONOMY
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Tiago Stumpf da Silva, Luis Eduardo Akiyoshi Sanches Suzuki, Cassio Antonio Tormena, Marcelo Raul Schmidt, Michael Mazurana, Renato Levien
Summary: This study evaluated the physical-hydric properties of soil under different soil management systems and found that a no-tillage system can reach similar structural stability as continuous tillage after a certain period. The crops had minimal influence on soil properties, but the roots of maize were less sensitive to soil compaction, highlighting their importance in soil conservation.
Article
Soil Science
Anup Behera, Hifjur Raheman, E. V. Thomas
Summary: The study evaluated the tillage performance of a rota-cultivator and a rotavator in sandy clay loam soil, finding that the rota-cultivator had lower power take off torque requirement but higher draft, total power, and fuel consumption compared to the rotavator. Overall performance was measured in terms of tillage performance index (TPI), with the rota-cultivator showing higher TPI values than the rotavator under various operating conditions. Additionally, soil compaction below the tillage depth was found to be significantly reduced with the rota-cultivator compared to the rotavator.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Soil Science
Ingrid Nehmi de Oliveira, Zigomar Menezes de Souza, Denizart Bolonhezi, Maria Cecilia Vieira Totti, Moacir Tuzzin de Moraes, Lenon Henrique Lovera, Elizeu de Souza Lima, Diego Alexander Aguilera Esteban, Christtiane Fernandes Oliveira
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the impacts of different tillage systems on the soil characteristics, root system, and yield of sugarcane propagated by pre-sprouted seedlings. The results showed that the no-tillage system had advantages in sugarcane yield, root area, and biomass, while preserving the physical attributes and organic carbon content of the soil.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Soil Science
Altamir Mateus Bertollo, Moacir Tuzzin de Moraes, Julio Cezar Franchini, Amin Soltangheisi, Alvadi Antonio Balbinot Junior, Renato Levien, Henrique Debiasi
Summary: The study demonstrates that planting cover crops such as ruzigrass and oats can alleviate the impact of soil compaction on soybean root growth and yield in clayey Oxisols. Natural wetting-drying cycles and biopores created by previous crops contribute to improved soil physical attributes and higher soybean yields.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Robert Benkovic, Danijel Jug, Luka Sumanovac, Irena Jug, Krunoslav Mirosavljevic, Domagoj Zimmer, Teuta Benkovic-Lacic
Summary: Intensive agricultural practices can cause soil compaction, which affects crop growth and development. This study investigated the impact of different tillage systems on soil compaction and the influence of tractor tire pressure on penetrometer resistance during sowing. The results showed that different tillage systems and tire pressures had varying effects on soil compaction.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Valerie Coudrain, Mickael Hedde, Matthieu Chauvat, Pierre-Alain Maron, Emilie Bourgeois, Bruno Mary, Joel Leonard, Flemming Ekelund, Cecile Villenave, Sylvie Recous
AGRICULTURE ECOSYSTEMS & ENVIRONMENT
(2016)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Celine Peyrard, Bruno Mary, Pierre Perrin, Gregory Vericel, Eric Grehan, Eric Justes, Joel Leonard
AGRICULTURE ECOSYSTEMS & ENVIRONMENT
(2016)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Celine Peyrard, Fabien Ferchaud, Bruno Mary, Eric Grehan, Joel Leonard
BIOENERGY RESEARCH
(2017)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pierre-Yves Bernard, Marc Benoit, Jean Roger-Estrade, Sylvain Plantureux
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2016)
Review
Ecology
David A. Bohan, Dries Landuyt, Athen Ma, Sarina Macfadyen, Vincent Martinet, Francois Massol, Greg McInerny, Jose M. Montoya, Christian Mulder, Unai Pascual, Michael J. O. Pocock, Piran White, Sandrine Blanchemanche, Michael Bonkowski, Vincent Bretagnolle, Christer Bronmark, Lynn Dicks, Alex Dumbrell, Nico Eisenhauer, Nikolai Friberg, Mark O. Gessner, Richard J. Gill, Clare Gray, Alison Haughton, Sebastien Ibanez, John Jensen, Erik Jeppesen, Jukka Jokela, Gerard Lacroix, Christian Lannou, Sandra Lavorel, Jean-Francois Le Galliard, Francoise Lescourret, Shanlin Liu, Nicolas Loeuille, Orla McLaughlin, Stephen Muggleton, Josep Penuelas, Theodora Petanidou, Sandrine Petit, Francesco Pomati, Dave Raffaelli, Jes Rasmussen, Alan Raybould, Xavier Reboud, Guy Richard, Christoph Scherber, Stefan Scheu, William J. Sutherland, Alireza Tamaddoni-Nezhad, Cajo ter Braak, Mette Termansen, Murray S. A. Thompson, Teja Tscharntke, Corinne Vacher, Harm van der Geest, Winfried Voigt, J. Arie Vonk, Xin Zhou, Guy Woodward
TRENDS IN ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION
(2016)
Article
Soil Science
Hubert Boizard, Josephine Peigne, Maria Carolina Sasal, Maria de Fatima Guimaraes, Denis Piron, Vincent Tomis, Jean-Francois Vian, Stephane Cadoux, Ricardo Ralisch, Joao Tavares Filho, Djilali Heddadj, Juan De Battista, Annie Duparque, Julio Cezar Franchini, Jean Roger-Estrade
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2017)
Article
Soil Science
Maria Carolina Sasal, Joel Leonard, Adrian Andriulo, Hubert Boizard
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2017)
Article
Soil Science
Maria Carolina Sasal, Hubert Boizard, Adrian E. Andriulo, Marcelo G. Wilson, Joel Leonard
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2017)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amandine Suzanne Juhel, Corentin Mario Barbu, Pierre Franck, Jean Roger-Estrade, Arnaud Butier, Mathieu Bazot, Muriel Valantin-Morison
Editorial Material
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
G. Richard, A. Bernues, J. -Y. Dourmad
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fabien Ferchaud, Celine Peyrard, Joel Leonard, Eric Grehan, Bruno Mary
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jay Ram Lamichhane, Hubert Boizard, Carolyne Durr, Guy Richard, Jean Boiffin
Summary: A long-term field experiment in northern France compared the effects of different cropping systems on soil compaction, crop emergence rates, and yield. The results can be used as important input variables for various soil-crop models to assess the impact of cropping systems and climate on soil characteristics.
Review
Agronomy
Olivier Therond, Michel Duru, Jean Roger-Estrade, Guy Richard
AGRONOMY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2017)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Daniel Plaza-Bonilla, Joel Leonard, Celine Peyrard, Bruno Mary, Eric Justes
AGRICULTURE ECOSYSTEMS & ENVIRONMENT
(2017)
Article
Soil Science
Lin Liu, Yili Lu, Robert Horton, Tusheng Ren
Summary: A new approach is presented in this study to estimate the parameters of the soil water retention curve (SWRC). The new method accurately estimates SWRCs by using measured thermal conductivity-water content curves, soil texture, bulk density, and field capacity water content.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Zhongshan Dai, Yong Zhang, Yujie Wei, Chongfa Cai
Summary: This study investigates the effects of erosion degradation and long-term manure fertilization on soil properties and crop yield in Northeast China. Results show that erosion degradation and manure fertilization have lasting impacts on soil physical structure throughout the soil profile, while their effects on soil nutrient properties are focused in shallow layers. Manure fertilization significantly improves soil functional index (ISI) and maize yield for degraded soils. Erosion degradation has a greater influence on ISI and maize yield than manure fertilization.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Xintong Xu, Ruiyu Bi, Mengxin Song, Yubing Dong, Ying Jiao, Bingxue Wang, Zhengqin Xiong
Summary: The substitution of organic fertilizers for inorganic fertilizers has a significant impact on soil organic carbon (SOC) and can help combat soil degradation and climate change in intensive vegetable production.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Moritz Koza, Roger Funk, Julia Poehlitz, Christopher Conrad, Olga Shibistova, Tobias Meinel, Kanat Akshalov, Gerd Schmidt
Summary: Semi-arid regions in Central Asia are experiencing wind erosion due to steppe conversion and unsustainable farming practices. A study conducted in Kazakhstan used a mobile wind tunnel to assess soil erodibility under real conditions. The results showed significant differences in soil erosion based on initial conditions and mechanical stress, emphasizing the importance of proper soil management to prevent severe events.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Tong Li, Guorui Li, Zhiqiang Lu, Deqiang Zhao, Yuze Li, Ziting Wang, Xiaoxia Wen, Yuncheng Liao
Summary: Conservation agriculture with three management principles is effective in mitigating soil erosion and nutrient loss. This study found that no tillage significantly increased soil extracellular enzyme activities, while legume incorporation only had a significant effect on phosphorus-acquiring enzymes. Crop diversity positively influenced the no tillage-induced increase in enzyme activities.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Zahra Khasi, Mohammad Sadegh Askari, Setareh Amanifar, Kamran Moravej
Summary: This research aims to evaluate the applicability of visual soil evaluation methods for agricultural systems in semi-arid regions and assess the relationship between soil physical quality and crop yield. The results indicate that visual evaluation methods can effectively assess soil conditions, and optimal soil structural quality is crucial for sustainable crop production.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Amin Jannatul Ferdous, Xiaolin Wang, Katie Lewis, John Zak
Summary: Conservative agricultural management strategies can enhance crop productivity by altering soil microbiome, and incorporating legumes into cover crops in semi-arid regions can improve the dynamics of rhizobial communities. There is a strong underlying relationship between soil management and bacterial diversity in the soil.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Haiman Wang, Wankui Ni, Haisong Liu, Kangze Yuan
Summary: This study investigates the structural strength of the Loess-Paleosol Sequence (LPS) and finds that the strength tends to increase with burial depth, with the loess layer weaker than the paleosol layer. The microstructure of the LPS also undergoes significant transformations with increased burial depth, transitioning from an overhead structure to a matrix structure. These findings highlight the importance of climate conditions on the structural strength of the LPS.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Ranabir Chakraborty, V. K. Sharma, Debarup Das, D. R. Biswas, P. Mahapatra, D. K. Shahi, M. Barman, K. A. Chobhe, D. Chakraborty
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of long-term nutrient management practices on P fractions and P adsorption-desorption behaviour of an acid soil with a soybean-wheat cropping system. The findings revealed that amorphous Fe and Al, which play a significant role in P fixation, increased due to cultivation. The NPK+Lime treatment offered the most balanced approach, improving both crop yield and P uptake while effectively managing P dynamics in the soil. On the contrary, long-term application of NPK+FYM in an acid soil may result in faster P saturation of adsorption sites and increase the chances of leaching and eutrophication. Tailored P fertilization strategies should be developed to better utilize the PFe and PAl fractions and supplementing applied P.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Yuan Li, Ying Li, Qingping Zhang, Gang Xu, Guopeng Liang, Dong-Gill Kim, Carmen Rosa Carmona, Mei Yang, Jianming Xue, Yangzhou Xiang, Bin Yao, Yuying Shen
Summary: Agricultural intensification has led to severe degradation of croplands in China. Converting degraded croplands to grasslands can increase soil organic carbon and nitrogen content, but may decrease soil pH and available phosphorus. The duration of conversion and mean annual precipitation are major factors influencing soil changes.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Xinliang Wu, Sixu Yao, Jinxing Zhou
Summary: The coupling effect of slaking and mechanical breakdown on aggregate stability was evaluated using a new method. This method can partition the unique and shared effects of these two breakdown mechanisms and showed better performance in predicting soil erosion compared to existing methods.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Xinni Ju, Lei Gao, Dongli She, Yuhua Jia, Zhe Pang, Yaji Wang
Summary: This study linked soil pore structures quantified by X-ray computed tomography (CT) scanning and infiltration processes traced using stable hydrogen and oxygen isotopes under different land uses in the red soil region of southern China. The results showed that soil pore characteristics mainly affected soil water transport, while other soil properties played more important roles in soil water retention. CT-based porosity and soil texture were considered crucial indicators in the evaluation of water exchange during infiltration processes.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Hongwei Xu, Qing Qu, Jiaping Yang, Zhen Wang, Minggang Wang, Rentao Liu, Sha Xue
Summary: This study systematically analyzed the effects of drought on terrestrial ecosystem C-N-P stoichiometry on a global scale. The results showed that drought significantly decreased the C:N ratio in soil, enzymes, shoots, and roots. Soil microbes were limited by N, whereas plants were restricted by P under drought stress. Drought intensity and duration were negatively correlated with shoot N:P and vector angle.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Sara L. Bauke, Sabine J. Seidel, Miriam Athmann, Anne E. Berns, Melanie Braun, Martina I. Gocke, Julien Guigue, Timo Kautz, Ingrid Koegel-Knabner, Juliette Ohan, Matthias Rillig, Michael Schloter, Oliver Schmittmann, Stefanie Schulz, David Uhlig, Andrea Schnepf, Wulf Amelung
Summary: Agricultural production in Central Europe is increasingly affected by extreme drought events. This study found that incorporating organic matter, especially biowaste compost, into the subsoil significantly increased root growth and subsequently improved crop nutrient uptake, biomass, and grain yield. The incorporation of green waste compost had less pronounced effects.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)
Article
Soil Science
Xi Chen, Xuesong Wang
Summary: Based on the application of the integrated wind erosion modeling system, this study comprehensively simulated the loss and conservation of nutrients during aeolian dust emissions in the arid and semiarid areas of China. The results showed a decreasing trend in nutrient losses over the past two decades, with the ecosystems playing a crucial role in preventing these losses. The prevention rates of different land cover types were generally high, indicating the effectiveness of conservation measures.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2024)