Soil Science and Environment

06/04/2025

Wild tomatoes show surprising resilience to phosphorus stress! New research in Soil Science and Environment explores the differences in microbial communities between cultivated and wild tomatoes under phosphorus stress. Learn more: https://www.maxapress.com/article/doi/10.48130/SSE-2023-0010

Plant domestication via various agricultural practices, e.g., variety selection and fertilizer application, has resulted in a narrowed plant genetic diversity in modern cultivars and also altered soil ancestral microbiota. The effect of the changes in plant genetic background and...

06/04/2025

New research shows how iron-modified biochar can effectively slow down the movement of harmful cadmium in soil! This environmentally friendly approach offers promising solutions for remediating heavy metal contamination. Learn more in our latest publication in Soil Science and Environment: https://www.maxapress.com/article/doi/10.48130/sse-0024-0001

Iron-modified biochar is an environmently-friendly soil amendment, which plays an important role in regulating heavy metal transport in loessial soil. In this study, the mass ratio of iron-modified biochar to loessial soil was set to 0%, 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, and 5% as CK, T1, T2, T3, T4, and T5 treatm...

05/06/2025

The present study aimed to assess the potential of biogeographic regions focused on soil organic carbon within the Eastern Black Sea Sub-Region and the Konya sub-region of Türkiye. These Sub-Regions have various unique distinct physical geographical properties (climate, geomorphology, vegetation...

04/28/2025

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The present study aimed to assess the potential of biogeographic regions focused on soil organic carbon within the Eastern Black Sea Sub-Region and the Konya sub-region of Türkiye. These Sub-Regions have various unique distinct physical geographical properties (climate, geomorphology, vegetation...

02/02/2025

New research reveals how tomato domestication impacts its root microbiome under phosphorus stress! Wild tomatoes show resilience and a unique microbial community compared to cultivated varieties. Learn more about this fascinating study and the potential for sustainable agriculture: [https://www.maxapress.com/article/doi/10.48130/SSE-2023-0010]

01/02/2025

The status of soil microbiome has become global concern for earth sustainability. The pool size of microbial biomass carbon (MBC) provides a basic tool to generally assess the soil microbes related to soil health in global terrestrial ecosystems. Albeit, the variation of topsoil MBC pool remains....

01/02/2025

New research reveals topsoil microbial biomass carbon (MBC) varies significantly across China's diverse land-use types! Forest land boasts the highest MBC, while dry croplands show the lowest. Learn more about this important finding and its implications for soil health and carbon cycling in our latest publication.

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The status of soil microbiome has become global concern for earth sustainability. The pool size of microbial biomass carbon (MBC) provides a basic tool to generally assess the soil microbes related to soil health in global terrestrial ecosystems. Albeit, the variation of topsoil MBC pool remains....

01/02/2025

New research reveals that slightly alkaline pH (7.0-8.0) optimizes Arabidopsis root growth! This is mediated by auxin and its transport, as shown through experiments with auxin reporter lines and ABC transporter mutants. Read full article: [https://www.maxapress.com/article/doi/10.48130/SSE-2023-0006]

01/02/2025

New research uses PCR to quickly and accurately detect Fusarium solani, a fungus causing root rot in ginseng. The study found a new ddPCR method is highly sensitive, even detecting low levels of the fungus in soil. This could lead to earlier disease diagnosis and better management of ginseng crops. Learn more: [https://www.maxapress.com/article/doi/10.48130/SSE-2023-0007]

01/02/2025

This editorial highlights the crucial role of soil in conserving water and supporting life. Learn how soil structure and organic matter impact water retention and food production, and how we can enhance soil health for a sustainable future. Read more: [https://www.maxapress.com/article/doi/10.48130/SSE-2023-0009]