Purpose Soil is a thin coating of matter that covers the earth's surface, formed through the
process of rock weathering. It is a natural filter for impurities in groundwater and is very …

Broadacre (arable) crops generally require a relatively higher nutrient input toward yield
targets. The efficient use of nutrients in arable farmlands is very vital to this endeavor. It …

Fertilization is an important management strategy for crop yields by mediating soil fertility.
However, rare studies quantitatively assessed the interactions among fertilization, crop …

Soil aggregation plays a critical role in the maintenance of soil structure, as well as in its
productivity. Fertilization influences soil aggregation, especially by regulating soil organic …

Organic farming is often considered a strategy that increases croplands' soil organic carbon
(SOC) stock. However, organic farms currently occupy only a small fraction of cropland, and …

Although nitrogen (N) is the most limiting nutrient for agricultural production, its overuse is
associated with environmental pollution, increased concentration of greenhouse gases, and …

The continuous crop** (CC) of major agricultural, horticultural, and industrial crops is an
established practice worldwide, though it has significant soil health-related concerns …

Excessive reliance on chemical fertilizer (CF) in conventional farming is a serious concern
owing to its negative effects on soil health, the environment, and crop productivity. Organic …

Understanding the process of soil organic carbon (SOC) sequestration and mineralization in
aggregates is pertinent to mitigate climate change and minimize risks of soil degradation …

Organic and synthetic fertilizers not only increase soil fertility and crop productivity but also
enhance soil organic carbon (SOC). However, the priming effect (PE) leads to increased soil …