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Renyong Shi, Hongwei Lai, Ni Ni, Jackson Nkoh Nkoh, Peng Guan, Hailong Lu, Xian He, Wenrui Zhao, Chenyang Xu, Zhaodong Liu, Jiuyu Li, Renkou Xu, Xiumin Cui, Wei Qian
Summary: Forest soil acidification caused by acid deposition poses a serious threat to the forest ecosystem. A three-year field experiment in Southern China showed that the surface application of biomass ash and alkaline slag significantly increased soil pH, reduced exchangeable acidity and active Al, and increased exchangeable Ca2+ and Mg2+ in the topsoil. Alkaline slag was more effective than biomass ash in ameliorating soil acidity and alleviating soil Al toxicity in the subsoil.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
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Agronomy
Clayton R. Butterly, Xiaojuan Wang, Peter Sale, Guangdi Li, Caixian Tang
Summary: The utilization of on-farm crop residues is more cost-effective in ameliorating soil acidity compared to animal manures. Legume residues are more effective than cereal residues in promoting plant growth, increasing soil pH, and reducing aluminum concentration.
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Soil Science
Fernando Aramburu Merlos, Joao Vasco Silva, Frederic Baudron, Robert J. Hijmans
Summary: Agricultural lime can improve the productivity of acid tropical soils, but the optimal lime rates are still uncertain in many tropical regions. To estimate lime rates, several lime requirement models based on soil data have been developed. In this study, we reviewed seven existing models and introduced a new model (LiTAS), and evaluated their accuracy in predicting lime requirements for different soil types. The foundational models targeting acidity saturation and base saturation were more accurate than the derived models, and the LiTAS model was the most accurate.
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Tamer Khalifa, Mohssen Elbagory, Alaa El-Dein Omara
Summary: The study found that applying phosphogypsum and plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria in salt-affected soil can significantly increase maize yield and resistance, contributing to improving soil properties.
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Environmental Sciences
Yuqian Ying, Shenggao Lu, Hanxiang Shi, Yuezhan Shi, Yuenu Shi, Wenjun Rao, Changsheng Liu, Yurong Liu
Summary: FGD steel slag can significantly improve the chemical properties of saline-sodic soils, but may increase EC and salt content at lower depths. Additionally, FGD steel slag reduces soil cracking and helps decrease soil dispersion.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
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Soil Science
Vanderson Modolon Duart, Fernando Jose Garbuio, Eduardo Favero Caires
Summary: This study evaluated the effects of dolomitic lime and phosphogypsum applications on soil chemical attributes, plant nutrition, and grain yield in direct-seeded flooded rice. Liming alleviated topsoil acidity and increased soil pH, while phosphogypsum application increased nutrient availability throughout the soil profile. Overall, phosphogypsum application improved rice yield by 10-11% by increasing SO4-S availability in the soil profile.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Jithya Nawodi Wijesinghe, Hiroyuki Asaoka, Yuki Mori, Syuntaro Hiradate
Summary: The study revealed considerable loss of plant nutrients in fertilized grassland soil of non-allophanic Andosol over half a century, with increased soil acidity and pH at depths of at least 100 cm. Soil available P also increased at depths of 80 to 100 cm. Measures should be taken to reduce nutrient loss for sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation.
SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Fei Kang, Qi-lin Lv, Jin Liu, Yun-shan Meng, Zi-he Wang, Xue-qin Ren, Shu-wen Hu
Summary: Soil acidification is a global issue that poses a serious threat to food security and agricultural sustainability. Calcium lignosulfonate (CaLS) has been found to be an effective amendment for acid soils, as it increases soil pH, exchangeable cations, cation exchange capacity, and organic carbon content, while reducing acidity, especially exchangeable aluminum content. The mechanism involves the displacement of H+ and Al3+ off soil colloids by Ca2+, leading to the leaching of these ions in soluble organo-aluminum complexes. CaLS also promotes the transformation of exchangeable aluminum and low-to-medium organo-aluminum complexes into highly stable organically bound fractions, immobilizing them in the soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
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Soil Science
Lucas Aquino Alves, Tadeu Luis Tiecher, Joao Pedro Moro Flores, Dionata Filippi, Luciano Colpo Gatiboni, Cimelio Bayer, Osmar Henrique de Castro Pias, Antonio Augusto Marquez, Vinicio Bordignon, Rafael Ziani Goulart, Tales Tiecher
Summary: The study aimed to assess the impact of using gypsum alone and in combination with limestone on soil nutrient content, acidity, and crop yield in subtropical coarse-textured Ultisol. The results showed that gypsum may reduce maize yield initially, but no similar effect was observed in subsequent years.
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Environmental Sciences
Zejiang Cai, Boren Wang, Lu Zhang, Shilin Wen, Minggang Xu, Tom H. Misselbrook, Alison M. Carswell, Suduan Gao
Summary: Manure amendment has been proven effective in preventing or reversing soil acidification in red soil. However, an integrated approach combining manure with chemical fertilizers is needed to maintain soil productivity and nutrient balance, while reducing heavy metal accumulation and environmental risks. Incorporating 40% or more of total nitrogen from manure can help prevent acidification and provide necessary phosphorus, but additional potassium inputs are necessary for balanced plant nutrient supply.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Alireza Komaei, Ali Noorzad, Pooria Ghadir
Summary: Stabilization and solidification of arsenic-contaminated soil using alkaline activated slag shows promising results in reducing leachability and improving strength.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Moussa Bouray, James L. Moir, Leo M. Condron, Niklas J. Lehto, Mohamed Bayad, Mohamed El Gharous, Khalil El Mejahed
Summary: Reasonable amounts of phosphogypsum (1 to 3 t ha(-1)) can help alleviate Al toxicity in acid soils (pH <= 5.3), but higher application rates should be avoided.
JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS
(2022)
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Agronomy
Eduardo Favero Caires, Vanderson Modolon Duart, Giovanna Ludmila Alves Rodrigues, Angelo Rafael Bini
Summary: The effect of phosphogypsum on phosphate fertilization efficiency was investigated, and it was found that phosphogypsum can significantly increase the yield of soybean, wheat, and black oat. The use of phosphogypsum can improve the agronomic P-use efficiency and crop yield performance, especially under drought stress.
ARCHIVES OF AGRONOMY AND SOIL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Engineering, Environmental
Yang Wang, Stephen Joseph, Xiang Wang, Zhe H. Weng, David R. G. Mitchell, Mitchell Nancarrow, Sarasadat Taherymoosavi, Paul Munroe, Guitong Li, Qimei Lin, Qing Chen, Markus Flury, Annette Cowie, Olivier Husson, Lukas Van Zwieten, Yakov Kuzyakov, Johannes Lehmann, Baoguo Li, Jianying Shang
Summary: Biochar amendments increased total soil carbon by 71%, 182%, and 210% for B30, B60, and B90, respectively. The application of biochar at different rates significantly increased the subsoil inorganic carbon (SIC), mainly occurring in the subsoil below 1 m. The study provided critical knowledge on the impact of biochar application on carbon stocks in subsoil in the long term.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Binh Thanh Nguyen, Gai Dai Dinh, Tong Xuan Nguyen, Duong Thuy Phuc Nguyen, Toan Ngoc Vu, Huong Thu Thi Tran, Nam Van Thai, Hai Vu, Dung Doan Do
Summary: Biochar addition can ameliorate the constraints of acidic and salt-affected soil, leading to an enhancement of soil quality. It increases the electrical conductivity and pH of the soil, while reducing the concentration of sodium, aluminum, and iron.
JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
(2022)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
