The Comparison of Soil Agrochemical and Biological Properties in the Multi-Cropping Farming Systems

Rudinskienė, Aušra; Marcinkevičienė, Aušra; Velička, Rimantas; Kosteckas, Robertas; Kriaučiūnienė, Zita; Vaisvalavičius, Rimantas

doi:10.3390/plants11060774

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“…Soil enzymes are products of soil microbial metabolism and plant and animal decomposition and participate in a series of biochemical reactions in soil [34]. Sucrase has the function of decomposing organic carbon, which can affect the nutrient content in soil [35]. The function of urease is to decompose organic nitrogen in the soil and convert it into inorganic nitrogen that can be directly absorbed and utilized by the plant root system, which has the effect of improving soil fertility [36].…”

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Leaf Fermentation Products of Allium sativum L. Can Alleviate Apple Replant Disease (ARD)

Yin,

Zhang,

Zhao

et al. 2024

Horticulturae

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Apple replant disease (ARD) is a serious threat to newly replanted apple seedlings. The alleviation of ARD is of great significance for the healthy development of the apple industry. In this study, we investigated the effects of leaf fermentation products (LFP) of Allium sativum L. on the replanted soil environment and Malus hupehensis Rehd. seedlings. The results showed that LFP increased biomass accumulation, changed root architecture, increased root anti-oxidant enzyme activity, and decreased root MDA content under replanted conditions. In addition, the application of LFP increased soil nutrients and soil enzyme activity and reduced phenolic acid content. Furthermore, the LFP enriched the number of beneficial bacteria and reduced the number of harmful fungi, which positively affected the soil microbial community structure. Overall, our results demonstrated that LFP of A. sativum L. could alleviate the occurrence of ARD and provide new insights for the reuse of the leaves of A. sativum L. and the prevention of ARD.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

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Leaf Fermentation Products of Allium sativum L. Can Alleviate Apple Replant Disease (ARD)

Yin,

Zhang,

Zhao

et al. 2024

Horticulturae

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“…The experimental treatments applied were as follows: sole crops of spring barley, spring wheat, peas, and caraway, binary crops with added caraway, and trinary crops with added caraway and white clover (experimental treatments can be found in the online version at https://doi.org/10.3390/plants11060774 (accessed on 14 March 2023) [67]).…”

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The Effects of Incorporating Caraway into a Multi-Cropping Farming System on the Crops and the Overall Agroecosystem

Rudinskienė,

Marcinkevičienė,

Velička

et al. 2024

Agronomy

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The scientific aim of this article is to investigate the potential benefits of implementing a multi-cropping system, specifically focusing on the incorporation of caraway, to improve soil agrochemical and biological properties, prevent soil degradation and erosion, and ultimately enhance soil quality and health to better adapt to climate change. This study aims to provide valuable insights into the comparative analysis of various soil parameters and biological indicators to showcase the promising perspectives and importance of perennial crop production for improving soil quality and agricultural sustainability. These crops are designed to provide multiple benefits simultaneously, including improved yields, enhanced ecosystem services, and reduced environmental effects. However, an integrated assessment of their overall effects on the agroecosystem is crucial to understand their potential benefits and trade-offs. The field experiment was conducted over three consecutive vegetative seasons (2017 to 2021) at the Experimental Station of Vytautas Magnus University Agriculture Academy (VMU AA) in Kaunas district, Lithuania. The experimental site is located at 54°53′7.5″ N latitude and 23°50′18.11″ E longitude. The treatments within a replicate were multi-cropping systems of sole crops (spring barley (1), spring wheat (2), pea (3), caraway (4)), binary crops (spring barley–caraway (5), spring wheat–caraway (6), pea–caraway (7)), and trinary crops (spring barley–caraway–white clover (8), spring wheat–caraway–white clover (9), pea–caraway–white clover (10)) crops. However, an integrated assessment of their impact on the agroecosystem is needed to understand their potential benefits and processes. To determine the complex interactions between indicators, the interrelationships between indicators, and the strength of impacts, this study applied an integrated assessment approach using the comprehensive assessment index (CEI). The CEI values showed that integrating caraway (Carum carvi L.) into multi-cropping systems can have several positive effects. The effect of the binary spring barley and caraway and the trinary spring barley, caraway, and white clover crops on the agroecosystem is positively higher than that of the other comparative sole, binary, and trinary crops. Caraway, after spring wheat together with white clover, has a higher positive effect on the agroecosystem than caraway without white clover. Specifically, this study addresses key aspects, such as soil health, nutrient cycling, weed management, and overall agricultural sustainability, within the context of multi-cropping practices. By evaluating the effects of these cropping systems on soil agrochemical properties and ecosystem dynamics, the research provides valuable insights into sustainable agricultural practices that promote environmental conservation and long-term soil health.

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“…Producing bioenergy from waste can also reduce deforestation, which further helps in climate regulation (Katuwal and Bohara, 2009). Third, biomass cultivation can enhance soil health and biodiversity, especially when integrated into existing agricultural systems (like crop rotation or multi-cropping systems) (Rudinskienė et al, 2022). Such practices can improve land use efficiency, foster ecological balance, and reduce the need for chemical fertilizers, further aiding in GHG reductions (Tilman et al, 2006;Lal, 2008;Boincean and Dent, 2019).…”

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How does climate change affect biomass production and rural poverty?

Shafiee,

Longworth,

Gizaw

et al. 2023

Biofuel Res. J.

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The interrelation between climate change, biomass production, and rural poverty is an area of growing concern, as these factors are intricately linked and often exacerbate one another. The objective of this critical review is to investigate existing knowledge, identify research gaps, and explore how climate-induced disruptions affect biomass production, exacerbate rural poverty, and increase vulnerability. High-quality peer-review publications were sourced via Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar to include the most relevant papers in line with the objective. A bibliometric analysis yielded three key concepts: (i) biofuel innovations and sustainable development, (ii) climate dynamics and biomass environmental impact, and (iii) rural poverty and energy challenges. The review delves into the complex interplay of factors influencing biomass production, climate change, and rural/remote poverty. Climate change intensifies the challenges rural communities face, enhancing their vulnerability to poverty. For these communities, biomass production not only offers a sustainable energy alternative but also a pathway to economic upliftment. Addressing climate change through sustainable biomass production emerges as a vital strategy, providing a dual solution by mitigating environmental degradation and offering a robust framework for poverty alleviation in rural areas. The review emphasizes the urgent need to integrate climate action, sustainable energy production, and rural economic development.

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The Comparison of Soil Agrochemical and Biological Properties in the Multi-Cropping Farming Systems

Cited by 6 publications

References 51 publications

Leaf Fermentation Products of Allium sativum L. Can Alleviate Apple Replant Disease (ARD)

Leaf Fermentation Products of Allium sativum L. Can Alleviate Apple Replant Disease (ARD)

The Effects of Incorporating Caraway into a Multi-Cropping Farming System on the Crops and the Overall Agroecosystem

How does climate change affect biomass production and rural poverty?

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