The unseen world beneath our feet: Heliyon soil science. Exploring the cutting-edge techniques and ambitious goals of modern soil science

The choice of rice rotation system affects the composition of the soil fungal community and functional traits

“…Pathotrophic fungi include those that can cause plant disease but some may be beneficial in agriculture through their control of plant, animal, or fungal pests [ 12 , 13 ]. A higher soil fungal diversity and abundance can increase ecosystem stability and productivity [ 14 ], which may be possible by the reduction of soil pollutants via a bioremediation process [ 15 , 16 ]. It has been shown that upland rice rotation affects the soil microbial community composition and diversity.…”

Relationship of selected properties of Cambisols to altitude and forest ecosystems of four vegetation grades

“…In the present scenario of climate change, progressive destruction of natural ecosystems, desertification, increasing food demand, and social and economic uncertainties, soil conservation is a fundamental pillar for attaining the sustainability of our life on Earth [ 12 ]. The view of soil as a mere physicochemical system serving as a substrate to sustain vegetation and crop production has been replaced by the recognition of the multifunctionality of soils and their biodiversity [ 13 , 14 ].…”

Enhancing soil resilience and crop physiology with biochar application for mitigating drought stress in durum wheat (Triticum durum)

“…Organic fertilizers, rich in carbon content, enhance water retention in the soil [ 8 ]. The influence of agronomic techniques such as fertilization, pH adjustments, plowing, irrigation, and organic amendments on soil multifunctionality is a subject of global interest among scientists [ 9 ]. Among the biofertilizers increasingly adopted by farmers, biochar holds a prominent place.…”