Effects of Biochar and Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi on Soil Health in Chinese Kale (Brassica oleracea var. alboglabra L.) Cultivation

Microbiology Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 15(1), P. 404 - 421

Published: March 12, 2024

Biochar and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF), a promising environmentally friendly soil enhancer biostimulant, play crucial role in sustainable agriculture by influencing properties plant growth. This research investigates the chemical of three biochar types [bamboo (BB-char), corn cob (CC-char), coffee grounds (CG-char)] derived from different biomass sources their impact on quality Chinese kale The results reveal significant differences among biochar. Particularly, CG-char showed greatest pH value phosphorus content, with an average 10.05 0.44%, respectively. On other hand, CC-char had highest potassium 2.16%. Incorporating into degraded enhances structure, promoting porosity improved texture, as evidenced scanning electron microscope images revealing distinct porous structures. Soil chemistry analyses treatment T2–T14 after 42-day cultivation demonstrate pH, electrical conductivity, organic matter, carbon levels comparison to control (T1). Furthermore, assesses growth photosynthetic pigments. additions, especially 5% BB-char AMF, positively influence growth, chlorophyll pigment levels. Notably, lower concentrations (5%) exhibit superior effects compared higher (10%), emphasizing importance optimal application rates. study also delves total phenolic content leaves, that synergistic effect AMF compound accumulation. combination influences health, quality, nutrient cycling mechanisms. Overall, indicates multifaceted dynamics, need for tailored strategies optimize benefits agriculture.

Language: Английский

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Neighbour-induced changes in root exudation patterns of buckwheat results in altered root architecture of redroot pigweed

Scientific Reports, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(1)

Published: April 15, 2024

Abstract Roots are crucial in plant adaptation through the exudation of various compounds which influenced and modified by environmental factors. Buckwheat root exudate system response to neighbouring plants (buckwheat or redroot pigweed) how these exudates affect pigweed was investigated. Characterising plant–plant interactions presents challenges, therefore a split-root enabled application differential treatments parts single non-destructive sampling developed. Non-targeted metabolome profiling revealed that neighbour presence identity induces systemic changes. upregulated 64 46 metabolites, respectively, with an overlap only 7 metabolites. Root morphology analysis showed that, while decreased number tips buckwheat, buckwheat total length volume, surface area, tips, forks pigweed. Treatment (from roots closely interacting) on seedlings when compared controls. These findings provide understanding modify their composition neighbours this impacts each other’s systems.

Language: Английский

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Seasonal responses of soil microbial biomass C and enzymatic activity comparing no-tillage and integrated crop-livestock systems

European Journal of Soil Biology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 121, P. 103628 - 103628

Published: May 25, 2024

Language: Английский

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Energy crop-based rhizoremediation and lignocellulosic biomass production as sustainable bioeconomy-driven solution for biofuel generation and waste mitigation

Progress in Energy and Combustion Science, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 103, P. 101161 - 101161

Published: June 4, 2024

Language: Английский

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Miscanthus sp. root exudate alters rhizosphere microbial community to drive soil aggregation for heavy metal immobilization

The Science of The Total Environment, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 949, P. 175009 - 175009

Published: July 23, 2024

Language: Английский

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