The rhizosphere is the narrow region where plant roots and the soil interact vigorously and intensive microbial metabolism occurs. The properties of rhizosphere soil are usually different from that of ...

Soil fauna plays an essential role in litter decomposition and their effect on single species litter decomposition has been widely studied. Compared to the separate effects of litter mixing and soil ...

Globally, soils contain three times as much carbon as exists in the atmosphere and all plants, combined. Which means that understanding how soil microbes recycle organic materials—sometimes sending CO ...

Soil organic matter decomposition is a fundamental process in the global carbon cycle, driven by microbial respiration and enzyme-catalysed reactions that release carbon dioxide as organic substrates ...

Discover an easy and sustainable gardening tip with Mark from Self Sufficient Me as he demonstrates how to bury kitchen ...

Mid-elevation Central European conversion of beech stands to spruce plantations has intensified soil acidification via needle ...

Madhur Atreya working in the lab. New research from the Paul M. Rady Department of Mechanical Engineering into biodegradable sensors may change the way farmers track, measure, and respond in real time ...

Avocado pits are rich in essential nutrients such as potassium, nitrogen, phosphorus, and magnesium. These nutrients are vital for plant growth and development. When added to compost, avocado pits ...