Pure and Applied Biology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(4)
Published: Feb. 20, 2024
In
this
comprehensive
study,
we
investigated
the
allelopathic
interactions
between
Ailanthus
altissima,
a
notorious
invasive
plant,
and
two
important
crops,
Pennisetum
glaucum
(pearl
millet)
Brassica
nigra
(black
mustard).Through
rigorous
experimentation,
explored
effects
of
altissima
extracts
rhizosphere
soil
on
various
growth
parameters
these
crops.Our
results
revealed
concentration-dependent
responses
in
both
millet
mustard
seeds,
with
significant
stimulatory
observed
pearl
germination,
plumule
length,
radicle
fresh
weight
when
exposed
to
specific
extracts,
particularly
5gm
cold
water
extract.Conversely,
methanol
exhibited
inhibitory
parameters.Furthermore,
study
highlighted
subtle
but
statistically
insignificant
influence
seeds'
growth,
shedding
light
complex
dynamics
plants
neighboring
species.These
findings
offer
valuable
insights
into
intricate
mechanisms
governing
provide
foundation
for
understanding
plant-soil
relationships
agricultural
ecosystems,
thereby
contributing
development
sustainable
practices
biodiversity
conservation
efforts.
Plant Stress,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
11, P. 100319 - 100319
Published: Dec. 10, 2023
Global
climate
change
affects
weather
patterns,
affecting
soil
salinity
and
drought
tolerance.
Crop
resilience
agriculture
sustainability
can
be
enhanced
by
exploring
salinity,
plant
tolerance,
microbial
diversity,
remediation
techniques.
This
review
examines
the
morpho-physiological,
molecular,
genetic
mechanisms
underlying
adaptation
to
stress.
It
highlights
their
impact
on
growth,
productivity,
diversity.
Diverse
methods
are
investigated
tackle
stress,
encompassing
chemical,
physical,
biological
approaches.
Additionally,
water-efficient
agricultural
practices
drought-resistant
crop
varieties
presented
as
ways
increase
tolerance
these
stresses.
These
implications
for
sustainable
emphasize
potential
of
findings
optimize
resource
utilization,
yield,
promote
environmental
sustainability.
The
concludes
discussing
future
research
directions,
particularly
need
more
study
into
molecular
basis
plant-microbe
interactions
stress
mechanisms.
By
advancing
our
knowledge
in
this
field,
we
develop
innovative
solutions
mitigate
ensuring
food
security
changing
climates.
Agronomy,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(5), P. 1045 - 1045
Published: April 26, 2025
This
study
investigates
the
effectiveness
of
organic
compost
as
a
sustainable
alternative
to
chemical
fertilizers
for
improving
soil
health
and
enhancing
crop
productivity
under
greenhouse
conditions.
The
experiment
focused
on
sweet
basil
(Ocimum
basilicum
L.),
an
aromatic
herb
highly
sensitive
fertility
structure,
cultivated
in
sandy
loam
soil—a
prevalent
substrate
arid
semi-arid
regions,
often
limited
by
poor
water
nutrient
retention.
Using
randomized
complete
block
design
with
six
application
rates,
this
evaluated
physicochemical,
biochemical,
agronomic
responses
both
plants.
results
demonstrated
significant
improvements
across
all
parameters
(p
<
0.05),
30
t/ha
treatment
yielding
most
notable
enhancements
content,
plant
performance
while
maintaining
acceptable
levels
heavy
metals.
Soil
matter
(SOM)
increased
13.71%,
shoot
length
(SL),
essential
oil
content
(EOC),
100-seed
weight
improved
42
cm,
0.83%,
0.32
g,
respectively,
compared
control.
These
finding
underscore
benefits
high
rates
boosting
horticultural
promoting
agriculture.
Moreover,
supports
reduction
fertilizer
dependency
encourages
adoption
circular
economy
principles
(CEPs)
through
waste
recycling.
