PeerJ,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
13, С. e19400 - e19400
Опубликована: Апрель 28, 2025
Biochar,
an
alkaline
material
derived
from
agricultural
and
forestry
waste,
can
ameliorate
soil
quality
by
adjusting
pH.
However,
various
types
of
biochar
have
distinct
effects
on
pH
due
to
diversity
in
feedstock
type,
pyrolysis
temperature,
application
rate.
Therefore,
a
meta-analysis
was
conducted
with
598
paired
comparisons
obtained
104
published
studies
(January
2010-July
2022)
comprehensively
depict
the
response
farmland
systems
across
China.
The
results
showed
that
adding
significantly
increased
acid
soils'
Still,
its
neutral
soils
varied
depending
biochar's
soil's
initial
raised
5-10%
straw
(600-800
°C
400-600
°C,
respectively).
In
soils,
other
(200-400
°C)
pH,
while
1-5%
reduced
it.
findings
underscore
importance
divergent
consequences
systems,
both
factors
should
be
considered
choose
optimal
type
for
acid,
neutral,
soils.
Emerging Science Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
8(3), С. 917 - 932
Опубликована: Июнь 1, 2024
Biochar
is
a
value-added
product
that
can
be
used
for
many
purposes,
particularly
environmental
and
agricultural
purposes.
In
this
study,
pyrolysis
at
450–500
°C
was
to
upgrade
urban
waste
such
as
disposable
bamboo
chopsticks
(DBCs)
into
biochar.
The
properties
of
DBC
biochar
were
analyzed,
the
subsequently
cultivate
Romaine
lettuce
assess
its
potential
soil
amendment.
Its
properties,
including
specific
surface
area
(SSA),
pore
size,
volume,
pH,
cation
exchange
capacity
(CEC),
contents
carbon
(C),
hydrogen
(H),
nitrogen
(N),
oxygen
(O),
macronutrient
content,
atomic
ratio
H/C,
O/C,
(O+N)/C,
C/N,
analyzed.
experimental
pots
consisted
four
treatments,
each
with
ten
replicates:
unamended
(TC),
amended
10%
(w/w)
vermicompost
(TV),
mixed
1.5%
(TVB1.5),
2.5%
(TVB2.5).
Fundamental
physicochemical
plant
yield
(plant
height,
leaf
width,
number
leaves,
fresh
weight)
investigated.
results
indicated
neutral
(pH
6.80)
had
high
CEC
(10.86
cmol/kg),
66.80%
C,
3.76%
H,
25.93%
O,
0.61%
N.
It
mesopores
(39.077
Å),
large
SSA
(0.542
m2/g),
volume
0.005
cc/g.
exhibited
aromaticity
hydrophobicity.
Based
on
these
results,
has
amendment:
it
significantly
enhances
quality
increases
yields.
application
resulted
in
highest
yield.
Doi:
10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-03-07
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Abstract
Biochar
incorporation
into
soil
has
shown
potential,
in
enhancing
nitrogen
fertilizer
(N-fertilizer)
efficacy
and
organic
carbon
content
(SOC).
This
study
addresses
a
critical
gap
the
literature
by
investigating
effects
of
biochar
addition
over
seven-year
period
(2014–2020)
on
inorganic
N,
SOC,
pH
Haplic
Luvisol.
The
research
involved
rain-fed
field
experiment,
with
crop
rotation
comprising
spring
barley,
maize,
wheat,
pea.
Biochar,
applied
at
rates
0,
10,
20
t
ha
−1
2014,
was
reapplied
to
specific
plots
2018.
also
combined
N-fertilizer
three
level
(N0,
N1,
N2).
Results
showed
significant
interactive
influence
combination
NO
3
−
NH
4
+
contents.
Intriguingly,
10
consistently
decreased
N
levels
across
most
examined
months.
Increasing
application
led
rise
pH,
establishing
clear,
negative
correlation
between
content.
significantly
increased
SOC
compared
control,
particularly
after
reapplication
However,
this
effect
diminishing
trend
time.
suggests
that
incorporating
treatments
may
enhance
effectiveness.
long-term
implications
mineralization
are
individual
combinations.
Except
N2
2019,
did
not
affect
yields.
Studied
properties,
including
those
influenced
had
nuanced
impact
different
aspects
yield.
Graphical
Microbiology Research,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15(1), С. 404 - 421
Опубликована: Март 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.
Abstract
The
global
environmental
issue
of
soil
contamination
with
antibiotic-resistance
genes
has
garnered
increased
attention
in
recent
years
due
to
its
impact
on
ecosystems
and
human
health.
Despite
this
recognition,
researchers
face
challenges
comprehensively
understanding
the
mechanisms
underlying
production
dissemination
resistance
genes,
particularly
relation
their
implications
for
This
lack
poses
a
barrier
development
effective
precise
control
strategies.
Biochar,
sustainable
material,
exhibits
favorable
adsorption
properties
characterized
by
large
pores
specific
surface
area.
Therefore,
we
propose
explore
potential
application
biochar
addition
gene
management.
In
order
establish
solid
research
foundation
area,
paper
review
generation
accumulation
over
last
decade,
along
transmission
pathways
interfacial
interactions.
Biochar
may
help
repair
affecting
factors
like
antibiotic
levels,
conditions,
enzymatic
activity,
migration
mechanisms,
opening
up
new
possibilities.
Graphical
Abstract
Biochar
is
well-accepted
as
a
viable
climate
mitigation
strategy
to
promote
agricultural
and
environmental
benefits
such
soil
carbon
sequestration
crop
productivity
while
reducing
greenhouse
gas
emissions.
However,
its
effects
on
microbial
biomass
(SMBC)
in
field
experiments
have
not
yet
been
thoroughly
explored.
In
this
study,
we
collected
539
paired
globally
published
observations
study
the
impacts
of
biochar
SMBC
under
experiments.
Our
results
suggested
an
overall
positive
impact
(21.31%)
SMBC,
varying
widely
with
different
conditions,
types,
properties,
management
practices.
application
exhibits
significant
climates
mean
annual
temperature
(MAT)
<
15
°C
precipitation
(MAP)
between
500
1000
mm.
Soils
coarse
fine
texture,
alkaline
pH
(SPH),
total
organic
(STC)
content
up
10
g/kg,
nitrogen
(STN)
1.5
low
cation
exchange
capacity
(SCEC)
5
cmol/kg
received
higher
SMBC.
produced
from
residue,
specifically
cotton
maize
at
pyrolysis
(BTM)
400
°C,
(BPH)
8
9,
rate
(BAP)
t/ha,
high
ash
(BASH)
>
g/kg
resulted
increase
Low
(BTC)
(BTN)
positively
affect
Repeated
significantly
increased
by
50.11%,
fresh
(≤
6
months)
enhanced
compared
single
aged
biochar.
applied
fertilizer
(up
300
kg/ha)
manure/compost
showed
improvements
but
co-application
straw
slight
negative
The
best-fit
gradient
boosting
machines
model,
which
had
lowest
root
square
error,
demonstrated
relative
importance
various
factors
effectiveness:
biochar,
soil,
climate,
applications
46.2%,
38.1%,
8.3%,
7.4%,
respectively.
Soil
clay
proportion,
BAP,
application,
MAT
were
most
critical
variables
for
that
efficiency
varies
climatic
environments,
practices,
feedstock
types.
meta-analysis
provides
first
quantitative
review
demonstrating
potential
rehabilitating
nutrient-deprived
soils
promoting
sustainable
land
management.
To
improve
amendment,
call
long-term
measure
across
diverse
agroecosystems.
Graphical
Land,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
14(2), С. 372 - 372
Опубликована: Фев. 11, 2025
Mining
activities
often
contaminate
soils
with
heavy
metals,
generating
environmental
and
health
risks.
This
study
investigates
the
ecotoxicity
of
muddy
(Mw)
sandy
(Sw)
mining
wastes
on
Phaseolus
vulgaris
assesses
impact
five
locally
sourced
biochar
amendments
plant
growth
soil
pore
water
(SPW)
properties.
Most
biochars
improved
retention,
except
for
argan
nut
shells
(An)
biochar,
highlighting
importance
feedstock
type.
Sw
supported
better
than
Mw
regardless
addition,
due
to
textural
differences.
Palm
fronds
(Pf)
significantly
enhanced
surface
leaf
area
in
Sw.
SPW
analysis
revealed
that
affected
pH
electrical
conductivity
(EC)
differently
across
types.
consistently
increased
pH,
while
Sw’s
was
biochar-dependent.
A
significant
5.1-fold
EC
increase
recorded
amended
Pf.
All
reduced
Pb
availability
at
planting,
Cu
decreased
harvest.
In
Mw,
Pb,
Zn,
Cu,
uptake
accumulation
were
unaffected
by
a
slight
reduction
observed
roots.
germination
test
Lepidium
sativum
confirmed
these
findings,
particularly
inhibition
An.
dual
approach
highlights
toxicity
biochars’
potential
as
remediation
programs.