BIOCHAR-MEDIATED CHANGES IN SOIL MICROBIAL COMMUNITIES AND THEIR IMPACT ON NUTRIENT CYCLING AND PLANT GROWTH
Keywords:
MEDIATED CHANGES, SOIL MICROBIALAbstract
Soil is a complex and dynamic ecosystem that plays a crucial role in sustaining plant growth and maintaining environmental quality [1]. The health and productivity of soils largely depend on the diversity and activity of microbial communities residing within them [2]. These microorganisms are involved in various biogeochemical processes, including decomposition of organic matter, nutrient cycling, and formation of soil aggregates [3]. In recent years, there has been growing interest in the use of biochar as a soil amendment to enhance soil fertility, sequester carbon, and promote sustainable agriculture [4]. Biochar is a carbon-rich product obtained from the pyrolysis of biomass under limitedoxygen conditions [5]. When applied to soil, biochar can interact with native microbial communities, leading to changes in their composition, diversity, and functional activities [6][7].
The scope of this review encompasses studies conducted on a wide range of soil types, biochar feedstocks, andpyrolysis conditions [8]. Focus on the effects of biochar on soil bacterial, archaeal, and fungal communities, as well as specific functional groups involved in nutrient cycling processes [9]. The implications of biochar-mediated changes in soil microbiota for plant growth and nutrition are also discussed [10]. This review is intended to provide valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers interested in harnessing the potential of biochar for sustainable soil management and crop production.
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