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Assessing the impact of inorganic fertilizers on soil microbiomes

Code: 9781835454206
Joann K. Whalen, McGill University, Canada and Center for Sustainable Soil Sciences (C3S), Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Morocco; and Shamim Gul, McGill University, Canada and University of Balochistan, Pakistan

Chapter synopsis:

This review aims to demonstrate the influence of farming systems on biological indicators that are relevant to soil health. Empirical data from published studies informs the hypothetical model that soil health outcomes are related to more diverse cropping systems, coupled with high inputs of organic amendments and less frequent and shallow tillage, due to the ability of such practices to promote soil organic carbon accumulation. This view is supported by the fact that conservation agriculture promotes soil health under diverse climatic conditions.



DOI: 10.19103/AS.2024.0136.28
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Table of contents
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Direct effects of inorganic fertilizer on the soil microbiome
  • 3 Soil microbiome in the fertosphere
  • 4 Indirect effects of inorganic fertilizer on the soil microbiome
  • 5 Conclusion and future trends
  • 6 Where to look for further information
  • 7 References

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