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Soil Advances
ISSN 2950-2896 · Elsevier · 88 articles in the index
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Indicator-based assessment of mineralization–synthesis of organic matter in soil under contrasting crop fertilization regimes
The study examines the directionality of mineralization–synthesis processes of soil organic matter under contrasting crop fertilization regimes. Given the close interdependence of the carbon and nitrogen cycles, the dynamics of N2O and CO2 emissions were assessed in a long-term field experiment on…
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Responses of soil nematode communities to human trampling in Alpine forests
Alpine forests at high elevations are critical for sustaining ecosystem processes and delivering essential ecological services. However, human trampling represents a pervasive disturbance that can profoundly alter soil biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. In this study, we evaluated the effects…
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Impact4Soil: A science-based platform integrating knowledge, data and networks for the soil carbon community
This decade, soil has been prominently at the heart of global challenges, from food security and climate change mitigation (e.g. 4 per 1000 Initiative), to biodiversity conservation and desertification control. Soil organic carbon (SOC) plays a major role in addressing these challenges through its…
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National soil information systems (NSIS) in Africa: Expert perceptions of status, challenges, and stakeholder collaboration
Soil Information Systems (SIS) are critical frameworks for collecting, managing, and disseminating soil data to guide decision-making towards sustainable agricultural and environmental policies. Despite their global importance, SIS development in Africa remains limited and fragmented. Synthesizing…
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Greenhouse gas methane in soil ecosystem adversely influences legume-rhizobia association in rhizosphere
Methane (CH₄), a potent greenhouse gas, is produced in anoxic zones of soil and released into the atmosphere. While CH₄’s role in global warming is well recognized, its influence on plant–microbe interactions in the rhizosphere is not well understood. This study aimed to evaluate how elevated CH₄…
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Soil-science expertise in an AI-exposed world: Competencies, curricula, and careers for soil security
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the world of knowledge-based work, with highly qualified professions appearing more exposed to substitution than routine manual ones. Soil science occupies a hybrid position, being a field that requires extensive knowledge and at the same time a…
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Soil macrofauna diversity in forest landscapes and surrounding agroecosystems in the Sudano-Sahelian zone of Burkina Faso (West Africa)
Land use intensification significantly affects soil quality and ecosystem functioning in West African landscapes. This study assessed soil macrofauna diversity and abundance across five land use and land cover (LULC) types in the Sissili classified forest and adjacent agroecosystems in Burkina…
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Planting density regulates root biomass and soil organic carbon stocks in Acacia mearnsii plantations
Root biomass plays a crucial role in soil carbon sequestration in plantation forest ecosystems. While planting density can influence root biomass and soil organic carbon (SOC) accumulation, understanding its effects in short-rotation plantations is important. This study evaluated the effects of…
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Optimizing biochar use in rice production for improving soil health and environmental sustainability: A global meta-analysis guided insights
Rice cultivation plays a pivotal role in global food security but remains a major source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, particularly methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O). To tackle this, several researchers have shown the potential of biochar, a carbon-rich material derived from biomass…
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Pore-scale modeling of unsaturated soil flow properties for Haplic Greyzem samples using single-scale XCT images
Relative unsaturated hydraulic conductivity (Krw) and water retention are key soil hydraulic properties that control water and solute transport. Typically, Krw is predicted from the water retention curve (WRC) using models such as van Genuchten–Mualem (vGM), because its direct experimental…
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A quantitative tool kit for assessing soil health indicators for resource limited laboratories
Soil health assessment is crucial for sustainable agriculture; however, farmers and their advisors can face barriers accessing traditional laboratory-based testing. To address this, we developed a low-cost soil health kit using readily available materials to provide quantitative results for…
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High-temporal-resolution measurement of subsurface pressure response and vertical soil displacement during field traffic
Agricultural soils are often subject to compaction by plastic soil deformation leading to alterations of their functionality. Soil pressure transformation and soil displacement under typical dynamic wheeling loads in real farm settings is rarely analysed. This study aims to present an innovative…
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Automatic classification of soil texture using gray value matching principle
As a fundamental aspect of soil science, soil texture classification categorizes soils based on the proportions of clay, silt, and sand, forming the basis for soil surveys and mapping. Since the 1990s, automated approaches have evolved—from spreadsheet macro languages to computational geometry…
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Soil health for sustainable agriculture: A bibliometric review of EU current scientific findings and research trends
Soil health is a key component of sustainable agriculture, supporting climate regulation, ecosystem resilience, and food security. Despite its global importance, a comprehensive, policy-relevant analysis of the European research landscape remains limited. This study presents a bibliometric review…
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Soil moisture downscaling using machine learning with scale-aware, physically informed feature constraints
Machine learning enables the downscaling of coarse-resolution remotely sensed soil moisture to finer spatial scales, yet most existing methods lack physical constraints and neglect scale-dependent feature effects. The study proposes a physics-guided machine learning framework that embeds…
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Improving tropical soil properties in the Republic of Congo using domestic waste compost: Is there a minimum threshold application rate?
Improving soil health in a sustainable manner is a strategic priority, particularly for highly weathered tropical soils. This study evaluated the effects of compost derived from solid household biowaste on soil organic matter, microbial communities, and associated physicochemical and biological…
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Comparative analysis of Vis-NIR and MIR spectroscopy for predicting soil properties and identifying minerals at smallholder cocoa farms across Papua New Guinea
Cocoa ranks as Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) third most important agricultural export, providing livelihoods for ∼2 million smallholder farmers. Recently, the condition and capacity of cocoa soils have deteriorated from inadequate nutrient management under intensified cocoa farming—with little soil…
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Geoengineering landforms – Using geomorphology and Landscape Evolution Models for post-mining Soilscape restoration
Numerical Landscape Evolution Models (LEMs) can create catchments with optimal form and function. LEMs offer the possibility to design new post-mining catchments that are optimised for both materials and climate and minimise soil erosion. Here, a proposed catchment and a series of catchments…
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Nutrient recovery and recycling as a sustainable strategy for improving soil fertility in Africa: Progress and challenges
Sub-Saharan Africa’s agricultural productivity is threatened by declining soil fertility and limited access to fertilizer, leading to food insecurity and malnutrition. This review assesses nutrient recovery technologies (NRRTs) as sustainable solutions that promote circular bioeconomy practices and…
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Alignment between product-based regulation and soil process-based functions in biochar systems under EU policy
As biochar transitions from a niche soil amendment to a component of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) strategies, its governance has largely developed within product-based regulatory frameworks. This article synthesises soil science evidence to assess the extent to which current regulatory approaches…