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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Aiwen Li, Chengji Li, Yuanyuan Zhang, Qian Deng, Hongyan Fang, Bin Zhao, Min Ran, Liangying Song, Jingling Xue, Qi Tao, Rong Huang, Yiding Li, Wei Zhou, Jingting Wang, John P. Wilson, Qiquan Li
Summary: This study analyzed the influencing factors of cropland soil acidification using the example of cropland in the Sichuan Basin of China. The results showed that precipitation was the main factor causing soil acidification. Additionally, soil pH decrease was primarily buffered by soil carbonates and secondarily by soil CEC, with soil carbonates becoming the main buffering agent when their content exceeded 36.76 g kg(-1). These findings emphasize the importance of formulating precipitation-based optimizing agronomic management practices to prevent or mitigate cropland soil acidification.
Article
Agronomy
Guodong Shao, Guntars O. Martinson, Marife D. Corre, Jie Luo, Dan Niu, Xenia Bischel, Edzo Veldkamp
Summary: Agroforestry has the potential to reduce nitrous oxide emissions, especially through unfertilized agroforestry tree rows. Optimized fertilizer input can further enhance the potential of agroforestry for mitigating nitrous oxide emissions.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY BIOENERGY
(2023)
Article
Soil Science
Zhenfu Wu, Xiaomei Sun, Yueqi Sun, Junying Yan, Yanfeng Zhao, Jie Chen
Summary: This study investigated the spatial variability of cropland soil acidification in Henan Province, central China from 2008 to 2018. The results showed an average decrease of 0.36 units in topsoil pH, with more than 94% of cropland experiencing varying degrees of pH decline. The study identified the N fertilizer application rate as the most important factor related to soil acidification.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Edzo Veldkamp, Marcus Schmidt, Christian Markwitz, Lukas Beule, Rene Beuschel, Andrea Biertuempfel, Xenia Bischel, Xiaohong Duan, Rowena Gerjets, Leonie Goebel, Ruediger Grass, Victor Guerra, Florian Heinlein, Martin Komainda, Maren Langhof, Jie Luo, Martin Potthoff, Justus G. V. van Ramshorst, Carolin Rudolf, Diana-Maria Seserman, Guodong Shao, Lukas Siebicke, Nikolai Svoboda, Anita Swieter, Andrea Carminati, Dirk Freese, Torsten Graf, Joerg M. Greef, Johannes Isselstein, Martin Jansen, Petr Karlovsky, Alexander Knohl, Norbert Lamersdorf, Eckart Priesack, Christine Wachendorf, Michael Wachendorf, Marife D. Corre
Summary: This study comprehensively analyzed the ecosystem functions of agroforestry systems in croplands and grasslands. Results showed that alley-cropping agroforestry improved carbon sequestration, soil biological habitat, and erosion resistance. However, soil nutrient cycling, greenhouse gas abatement, and water regulation did not improve due to high fertilization rates. Efficient nutrient management is needed to enhance the environmental benefits of agroforestry.
COMMUNICATIONS EARTH & ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Soil Science
Wanzhu Ma, Yu Zhan, Songchao Chen, Zhouqiao Ren, Xiaojia Chen, Fangjin Qin, Ruohui Lu, Xiaonan Lv, Xunfei Deng
Summary: This study proposes a data-driven approach combining mixture clustering and Random Forest models to estimate the SOC storage potential of cropland topsoil in East China. The results show that cropping systems and soil management practices are the key factors influencing SOC storage potential, and human-induced factors can impact potential for SOC sequestration.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Yanling Liu, Meng Zhang, Yu Li, Yarong Zhang, Xingcheng Huang, Yehua Yang, Huaqing Zhu, Han Xiong, Taiming Jiang
Summary: Nitrogen fertilizer application is a cause of soil acidification in tea plantations, but the impact on different acidity levels remains unclear. Field experiments were conducted to investigate the effects of different nitrogen fertilizer rates on soil pH, pH buffer capacity, acidity, base cations, and cation exchange capacity in non-acidified, mildly acidified, and heavily acidified tea plantations. The results showed that decreased base saturation and increased exchangeable aluminum were the main mechanisms of acidification. Excessive nitrogen fertilizer application exacerbated soil acidification in non-acidified tea plantations.
Article
Soil Science
Thomas Ohnemus, Oliver Spott, Enrico Thiel
Summary: A process-driven model was developed to estimate the susceptibility of cropland soils to release ammonia after urea application, revealing that CEC, pH, and SOC are important factors influencing ammonia loss potential. Spatial distribution analysis showed that cropland soils in northern and eastern Germany are more susceptible to ammonia release due to urea fertilization.
Article
Agronomy
Theresia Sophia Mueller, Rene Dechow, Heinz Flessa
Summary: The study identified the current variability of soil pH in German cropland and grassland, analyzed the factors associated with this variability, evaluated pH management on German agricultural land, and developed a national map of current pH values in agricultural soils.
JOURNAL OF PLANT NUTRITION AND SOIL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jeong Gu Lee, Ho Gyeong Chae, Song Rae Cho, Hyeon-Ji Song, Pil Joo Kim, Seung Tak Jeong
Summary: Plastic film mulching can increase greenhouse gas emissions and impact global warming, especially from the manufacturing industry and waste disposal processes. However, it also has the potential to increase maize grain yield and decrease greenhouse gas intensity, depending on fertilization treatments.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Andrea Parenti, Walter Zegada-Lizarazu, Elena Pagani, Andrea Monti
Summary: The study found that diversifying the conventional food-based cropping system with multipurpose lignocellulosic crops can increase biodiversity and farmer's market opportunities, while also impacting soil organic carbon stock. Additionally, the biomass sorghum cropping system outperformed kenaf and industrial hemp in decomposing residues into organic carbon, leading to higher soil organic carbon concentration.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2022)
Article
Soil Science
Ke-wei Li, Hai-long Lu, Jackson Nkoh Nkoh, Zhi-neng Hong, Ren-kou Xu
Summary: Soil acidification is a challenge to food security due to the production of toxic free aluminum ions. This study investigated the effect of different minerals and organic matter on the exchangeable aluminum ions during soil acidification. The results showed that montmorillonite consumed more acid than kaolinite due to its larger cation exchange capacity. Additionally, the presence of more organic matter in Ultisols improved their acid buffering performance and inhibited the mobilization of aluminum ions.
Article
Agronomy
Xiufen Li, Renee H. Petipas, Amanda A. Antoch, Yuan Liu, Holly Stel, Lukas Bell-Dereske, Darian N. Smercina, Cody Bekkering, Sarah E. Evans, Lisa K. Tiemann, Maren L. Friesen
Summary: Switchgrass, as a dedicated bioenergy crop, has the potential to improve soil quality and provide feedstock for biofuel production. This study evaluated the effects of switchgrass cultivation and nitrogen management on biomass yield and soil parameters. The results showed that continuous monocropping of switchgrass improved soil nitrogen content and aboveground biomass.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY BIOENERGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shuhui Wang, Nan Sun, Shuo Liang, Shuxiang Zhang, Jeroen Meersmans, Gilles Colinet, Minggang Xu, Lianhai Wu
Summary: Enhancing soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks through fertilization and crop rotation can increase crop productivity and mitigate global warming. This study analyzed the differences in total SOC stocks and their driving factors in two rice-based cropping systems over the past four decades. Results showed that the rice-wheat system had higher SOC sequestration potential compared to the double rice system.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Soil Science
Yue Dong, Jin-Ling Yang, Xiao-Rui Zhao, Shun-Hua Yang, Gan-Lin Zhang
Summary: Increasing acid deposition and intense nitrogen fertilization have led to severe soil acidification, with unbalanced plant uptake of anions and cations being the primary source. Fertilization accelerates soil acidification by increasing leaching of NO and base cations, as well as plant uptake and harvest removing cations. Plant redistribution of cations in soils plays a significant role in soil acidification.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Zhengjun Yan, Jie Zhou, Jiangwen Nie, Yadong Yang, Jie Zhao, Zhaohai Zeng, Miles R. Marshall, Leanne Peixoto, Huadong Zang
Summary: The study assessed the impact of different cropping systems and N fertilization levels on soil aggregate-associated C and N, finding that medium N fertilization can increase SOC and TN stocks, promote water-stable aggregates formation.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Forestry
Marleen A. E. Vos, Jan den Ouden, Marcel Hoosbeek, Martin Valtera, Wim de Vries, Frank Sterck
Summary: The sustainability of tree harvest is questioned due to increased nutrient losses, which may reduce nutrient stocks in forest soils. This study assesses the forest nutrient balance and quantifies nutrient stocks and uptake rates in mature forest stands under different management scenarios.
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Forestry
Marleen A. E. Vos, Dieke de Boer, Wim de Vries, Jan den Ouden, Frank J. Sterck
Summary: This study compared the distribution of biomass, carbon, and nutrients in different aboveground tree compartments for mature trees of European beech, Douglas fir, and Scots pine in different canopy positions, and found that carbon concentrations were relatively constant while nutrient concentrations increased from stem to needles. Canopy position had only minor effects on carbon and nutrient concentrations and on the distribution of biomass, carbon, and nutrients between aboveground tree components.
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Zhihui Wen, Jiayin Pang, Xiao Wang, Clement E. Gille, Axel De Borda, Patrick E. Hayes, Peta L. Clode, Megan H. Ryan, Kadambot H. M. Siddique, Jianbo Shen, Hans Lambers
Summary: The difference in photosynthetic phosphorus use efficiency (PPUE) among chickpea genotypes is attributed to optimized allocation to specific foliar phosphorus fractions rather than preferential allocation to specific leaf tissues. Genotypes with high PPUE show lower total foliar phosphorus concentration without slower photosynthetic rates. This study highlights the importance of allocation to different phosphorus fractions in determining PPUE.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Kai Zhang, Zed Rengel, Fusuo Zhang, Philip J. White, Jianbo Shen
Summary: There is a lack of understanding about the dynamic rhizosphere processes based on entropy in exploring interactions at the root-soil interface in natural and agricultural ecosystems. A new conceptual model of rhizosphere regulation using thermodynamic entropy has been developed. This model highlights the importance of self-organization, minimized entropy, and improved information exchange for optimized nutrient acquisition and plant-soil system processes. Manipulating rhizosphere dynamics and minimizing entropy through localized nutrient supply can improve nutrient-use efficiency and support sustainable food/feed/fiber production.
TRENDS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yuying Guo, Enzai Du, Binghe Li, Nan Xia, Xinhui Wu, Wim de Vries
Summary: Rapid urbanization has led to changes in the spatial patterns of atmospheric trace element deposition, resulting in increased soil pollution in urban areas. It is important to control trace element emissions to ensure urban soil quality.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Johan Rockstroem, Joyeeta Gupta, Dahe Qin, Steven J. Lade, Jesse F. Abrams, Lauren S. Andersen, David I. Armstrong McKay, Xuemei Bai, Govindasamy Bala, Stuart E. Bunn, Daniel Ciobanu, Fabrice DeClerck, Kristie Ebi, Lauren Gifford, Christopher Gordon, Syezlin Hasan, Norichika Kanie, Timothy M. Lenton, Sina Loriani, Diana M. Liverman, Awaz Mohamed, Nebojsa Nakicenovic, David Obura, Daniel Ospina, Klaudia Prodani, Crelis Rammelt, Boris Sakschewski, Joeri Scholtens, Ben Stewart-Koster, Thejna Tharammal, Detlef van Vuuren, Peter H. Verburg, Ricarda Winkelmann, Caroline Zimm, Elena M. Bennett, Stefan Bringezu, Wendy Broadgate, Pamela A. Green, Lei Huang, Lisa Jacobson, Christopher Ndehedehe, Simona Pedde, Juan Rocha, Marten Scheffer, Lena Schulte-Uebbing, Wim de Vries, Cunde Xiao, Chi Xu, Xinwu Xu, Noelia Zafra-Calvo, Xin Zhang
Summary: The stability and resilience of the Earth system and human well-being are closely linked but often treated independently. This study proposes safe and just Earth system boundaries to maintain stability and minimize harm to humans from Earth system change. Findings show that justice considerations have a greater impact on setting boundaries than safety considerations.
Article
Soil Science
Dirk-Jan Daniel Kok, Laura Scherer, Wim de Vries, Peter Michiel van Bodegom
Summary: Organic amendments can enhance the resilience of agricultural systems to droughts and floods by improving soil hydro-physical properties. However, little is known about the temporal variability of their impacts and the influence of quantity and quality of organic amendments.
SOIL SCIENCE SOCIETY OF AMERICA JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Xin Zhao, Yang Lyu, Qianqian Dong, Xiyong He, Hai Yue, Liping Yang, Liang Tao, Lidan Gong, Hongxu Zheng, Sijie Wen, Hans Lambers, Jianbo Shen
Summary: Knowledge of the ionome of Macadamia, an important nut-producing tree, is limited. This study found that roots, stems, branches, and leaves of Macadamia have different proportions of dry weight in the total plant weight. Macadamia has low phosphorus and zinc concentrations, but high manganese concentrations, with leaves being the most nutrient-rich organs.
FUNCTIONAL PLANT BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zhilong He, Zhuqing Xia, Ying Zhang, Xuejun Liu, Oene Oenema, Gerard H. Ros, Wim de Vries, Wen Xu, Yong Hou, Hongliang Wang, Fusuo Zhang
Summary: Increasing the use of manure nutrients and reducing chemical fertilizer input is a promising approach for achieving a circular economy and sustainable food systems. This study found that substituting a portion of chemical fertilizer with amended manure reduced ammonia and greenhouse gas emissions, while increasing nitrogen use efficiency.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Siwen Zhang, Qichao Zhu, Wim de Vries, Gerard H. Ros, Xiaohui Chen, Muhammad Atif Muneer, Fusuo Zhang, Liangquang Wu
Summary: Soil amendments, such as lime, biochar, industrial by-products, manure, and straw, can effectively alleviate soil acidification and improve crop productivity. However, the impact of these amendments on soil pH and crop yield has not been comprehensively evaluated while taking into account soil properties. Through a synthesis of 832 observations from 142 papers, this study found that some amendments significantly increased soil pH and crop yield. The most effective responses were observed in long-term applications (>6 years) on strongly acidic sandy soils with low cation exchange capacity and organic matter content. The addition of lime, manure, and straw seem most appropriate for soils with different initial pH ranges.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Review
Agronomy
Kai Zhang, Dongfang Zheng, Yu Gu, Jie Xu, Maoying Wang, Bo Mu, Sijie Wen, Tao Tang, Zed Rengel, Jianbo Shen
Summary: We are facing the challenge of sustainable phosphorus use due to high inputs and low efficiency in farmland. Organic P dynamics in the rhizosphere has received little attention, but it plays an important role in P availability to plants. This review focuses on the biological turnover of organic P in the rhizosphere and discusses strategies for more sustainable P use in agriculture.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Joao Serra, Claudia Marques-dos-Santos, Joana Marinheiro, Eduardo Aguilera, Luis Lassaletta, Alberto Sanz-Cobena, Josette Garnier, Gilles Billen, Wim de Vries, Tommy Dalgaard, Nicholas Hutchings, Maria do Rosario Cameira
Summary: Irrigation is often overlooked in agricultural nitrogen budgets, but it can be a significant source of nitrogen in irrigated agriculture. This study quantified the nitrogen input from irrigation water sources to cropping systems in Europe, showing that the nitrogen input increased over a 10-year period, with the Mediterranean region being the main hotspot. By not considering irrigation, environmental and agricultural policies are underestimating the extent of nitrogen pollution in European irrigated systems.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Soil Science
Fangbo Zhang, Yuxue Hou, Rengel Zed, Tim. H. Mauchline, Jianbo Shen, Fusuo Zhang, Kemo Jin
Summary: Soil compaction affects root growth and plant nutrient uptake, but its effects on soil microbiome are not well understood. A field study with maize showed that compaction decreased shoot P concentration and inhibited root growth and colonization by arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi. However, levels of root organic acid anions (OAAs) increased significantly in compacted soil. Several genera of actinobacteria were enriched in the rhizosphere and their abundance was positively correlated with OAAs concentration. However, these correlations were not observed at the flowering stage. These findings suggest that maize may select microorganisms that facilitate P acquisition in compacted soil.
SOIL BIOLOGY & BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Yan Sun, Yang Han, Zikai Xu, Jinting Zhang, Jianbo Shen, Lingyun Cheng
Summary: Low phosphorus availability limits crop productivity in agroecosystems. The flow of phosphorus to developing grains during the grain filling stage determines crop yield. This study found that maize cultivars with higher phosphorus acquisition efficiency contribute more to grain formation and production under low phosphorus conditions.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Dongfang Zheng, Huimin Yuan, Guojiang Yang, Gu Feng, Zed Rengel, Jianbo Shen
Summary: In this study, the distribution of P fertilizer in soil fractions, microorganisms, and maize shoots was quantified using P-32-labelled KH2PO4. The results showed that the partitioning of fertilizer P to different soil P fractions was dependent on soil type, and the contribution of P derived from fertilizer to maize P uptake was inversely related to soil legacy P.
FOOD AND ENERGY SECURITY
(2023)
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)