N-doped and metal-N-doped carbons are receiving increasing attention for environmental
and electronic applications. Modifications of carbons such as biomass-derived char by N …

Biochar is a porous, carbon-rich material derived from the thermochemical decomposition of
biomass materials. Biochars are suitable soil amendments that enhance soil properties and …

Biochar enhances soil fertility by improving the soil physical, chemical and microbiological
properties. The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of corn cob-derived biochar on …

One of the most important obstacles to increasing agricultural production yields worldwide,
especially in develo** economies such as those in Africa is the continued degradation of …

Soil fertility management is essential to sustain agricultural production in smallholder
farming systems. An experiment was carried out to assess the viability of the combined use …

Africa, specifically Nigeria, has witnessed a dramatic increase in population over the last
century, prompting efforts to ensure sustainable food production and quality. Concerns for …

Climate forecasts show increased frequency and intensity of drought in the semi-arid
regions of west Africa, which negatively impacts food and nutrition security. Develo** and …

Rainfall variability, low soil organic matter content, and costly inorganic fertilizers are the
major agricultural constraints in Sub‐Saharan Africa. Integrated use of compost and manure …

Mixed application of organic and inorganic fertilizers in mixture improves soil fertility and
crop productivity. However, the identification of combined application level is important …

China, as a significant global consumer of chemical fertilizers and a leading producer of rice,
faces challenges associated with low fertilizer efficiency and fewer utilization options of rice …