The
northwest
of
China
is
experiencing
a
severe
water
deficit
and
salinization
the
land.
Pentaerythritol
diacrylate
(PEDA)
was
developed
as
new
cross-linking
agent,
PAA/PEDA
created
by
free
radical
polymerization
utilizing
acrylic
acid
monomer,
to
enhance
retention
salt
barrier
qualities
soil.
Infrared
spectroscopy,
scanning
electron
microscopy,
thermogravimetric
analysis
were
used
determine
structure,
morphology,
thermal
stability
improved
SPA.
Under
ideal
synthesis
circumstances,
highest
uptake
SPA
in
deionized
water,
tap
NaCl
solution
(0.9
wt%)
501
g/g,
150
58
respectively.
nutrient
soil
increased
use
materials
Additionally,
interaction
material
with
laterite
prevented
deep
leakage.
Environmental Technology & Innovation,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
35, С. 103650 - 103650
Опубликована: Апрель 30, 2024
Innovative
solutions
that
address
global
challenges
such
as
water
scarcity
and
soil
erosion
are
critical
for
maintaining
sustainable
agriculture.
Due
to
their
water-absorbing
soil-binding
properties,
cellulose
nanofibers
(CNF)
can
be
applied
enhance
retention
aggregate
stability.
In
this
study,
we
analyzed
the
effects
of
drying
temperature,
dosage,
irrigation
quality,
type
on
efficacy
CNFs.
Our
results
revealed
CNF
dried
at
5°C
is
more
effective
absorbing
than
others,
adding
1%
enhanced
content
up
98%.
The
samples
absorbed
due
hydrophilic
molecular
groups
morphological
structure,
confirmed
by
Fourier-transform
infrared
spectroscopy
scanning
electron
microscopy.
addition
increased
volumetric
prolonged
22
days
in
paddy
samples,
highlighting
its
potential
drought-prone
areas.
Furthermore,
pH
cation
values,
influenced
interactions
between
molecules,
suggesting
adjustments
curve.
hydrated
state,
promotes
colloid
flocculation
binds
particles,
thereby
strengthening
bonds
crucial
formation
macro-aggregate
48%
59%
masa
respectively.
study
emphasizes
conservation,
health,
overall
agricultural
sustainability.
Sustainability,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
16(7), С. 2945 - 2945
Опубликована: Апрель 2, 2024
Superabsorbent
materials
(SAPs)
are
crosslinked
polymer
networks
composed
of
ionic
and
non-ionic
monomers.
SAPs
can
absorb
retain
water
solutions
up
to
several
hundred
times
their
own
weight.
As
a
result
swelling,
they
form
gel
that
is
insoluble
in
water,
considered
safe
decomposes
over
time.
This
review
focuses
on
the
synthesis,
degradation
chemical
composition
SAP
materials,
with
particular
emphasis
substances
soluble
migrate
into
environment.
Numerous
applications
natural
synthetic
hydrogels
agriculture
reclamation
degraded
areas
preventing
erosion,
retention
reducing
leaching
colloidal
soil
components
plant
protection
products,
fertilisers
mineral
salts
surface
waters
have
been
described.
The
influence
microbial
activity
soils
New
trends
search
for
environmentally
friendly
made
modified
biopolymers
waste
presented,
which
not
only
increase
yields,
but
also
ensure
sustainable
agro-environmental
development.
Restoration Ecology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Март 18, 2025
Direct
seeding
of
native
species
is
a
practice
with
high
potential
for
the
restoration
degraded
areas.
Since
availability
seeds
often
limited,
it
necessary
to
make
most
this
resource.
In
work,
we
tested
two
different
technologies
direct
Festuca
pallescens
:
seed
coating
and
hydrogel
soil
amendment.
For
this,
conducted
greenhouse
trials
under
controlled
conditions
five
field
sowing
in
environments
that
differ
mean
annual
precipitation
seasons
(autumn
spring).
The
consisted
(1)
natural
substrates
(soil
vs.
without
hydrogel)
irrigation
regimes
(regular
water
restriction
regime);
(2)
differently
treated
(natural
coated)
regime
hydrogel).
Field
rainfall
Greenhouse
showed
amendment
increased
relative
humidity
promoted
growth
regime.
mixed
results:
reduced
seedling
emergence,
while
enhanced
emergence
when
immediately
after
treatment
but
not
thereafter.
Autumn
planting
emerged
as
optimal
season
F.
,
correlating
higher
improved
survival
1
year
post‐planting.
Site‐specific
differences
were
also
observed,
highlighting
habitat
suitability
variability.
Overall,
these
exhibited
context‐dependent
effects,
suggesting
nuanced
recommendations
their
application
ecological
efforts.
Environmental Technology & Innovation,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
32, С. 103371 - 103371
Опубликована: Окт. 17, 2023
Water-soluble
harmful
components
that
remained
in
SAPs
pose
potential
risks
to
crop
growth,
resulting
decreased
seed
germination
rate,
reduced
yield,
and
inhibited
root
system
growth.
These
factors
restrict
its
widespread
use
agriculture
forestry.
In
this
study,
a
new
type
of
super
absorbent
polymers
(AD-SAP)
with
low
residual
acrylic
acid
sodium
ions
was
synthesized
by
using
ammonia
solution
instead
strong
alkali
hydroxide
for
neutralization
adding
modified
diatomaceous
earth
improve
the
grafting
efficiency.
The
prepared
samples
were
characterized
Fourier
transform
infrared
spectroscopy
(FTIR),
X-ray
diffraction
(XRD),
energy-dispersive
(EDS),
influence
dosage
used
preparation
on
content
water-soluble
AD-SAPs
investigated.
When
28%
acid,
24%
solution,
5%
synthesis,
AD-SAP
0.03%,
ion
0.12
g/kg,
which
is
much
lower
than
three
commercially
available
SAPs.
However,
water-absorption
capacity
has
not
salt
resistance
improved.
water
absorption
ratio
578g/g,
salt-absorption
87
g/g.
Pot
experiments
showed
eliminated
adverse
effects
commercial
research
provided
technical
support
production
SAPs,
offer
scientific
guidance
how
mitigate
Scientific Reports,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
13(1)
Опубликована: Дек. 11, 2023
Water
consumption
management
and
the
application
of
advanced
techniques
in
agricultural
sector
can
significantly
contribute
to
efficient
utilization
limited
water
resources.
This
be
achieved
by
improving
soil
texture,
increasing
retention,
reducing
erosion,
enhancing
seedling
germination
through
use
superabsorbent
polymers.
study
aimed
investigate
effect
Aquasource
(AS)
on
morphological
characteristics,
phytochemical
properties,
antioxidant
content,
efficiency
peppermint.
It
was
conducted
under
different
irrigation
using
levels.
Therefore,
a
3
×
4
factorial
design
used
determine
effects
intervals
(2-,
4-,
6-day)
levels
AS
amount
(zero
[control],
0.5,
1,
2
wt%).
The
these
factors
various
parameters
(morphological
essential
oil
percentage,
nutrient,
protein,
proline,
carotenoid,
antioxidant,
chlorophyll
leaf
area
index,
relative
[WUE])
were
evaluated.
results
showed
that
characteristics
percentage
decreased
drought
stress
(increasing
intervals).
However,
addition
0.5
(wt%)
improved
plant
growth
conditions.
Increasing
1
measured
traits,
which
indicates
creation
unsuitable
conditions
for
growth.
root
more
than
yield
A
resulted
length
increases
3,
13,
15%,
respectively,
at
2,
4,
6
days,
respectively.
Additionally,
AS,
weight
increased
8,
15,
16%
2-,
6-day
intervals,
Also,
height
5,
17%
when
compared
control.
As
well,
2.14,
2.06,
1.63%
intervals.
nutrient
protein
contents
as
usage
increased,
indicating
similar
trend.
with
control,
some
improvements
nutrients
protein.
highest
WUE
(3.075
kg
m-3)
attained
4-day
interval
wt%
addition.
followed
closely
2-day
3.025
m-3,
addition,
reached
2.941
m-3.
Overall,
appropriate
amounts
(0.5
wt%)
reduce
enhance
peppermint
cultivation
water-scarce
arid
semi-arid
regions.
