Micro- and nanoscale plastic particles in soil and water can significantly increase how much toxic chemicals plants and human ...

Soil carbon storage is a vital ecosystem service, resulting from interactions of ecological processes. Human activities affecting these processes can lead to carbon loss or improved storage. Aa Aa ...

"Maintaining a neutral pH level is optimal for microbial activity and nutrient absorption by plant roots. Soil with a very ...

Enter ‘carbon farming’ - several agricultural practices which improve soil absorption and storage of carbon dioxide (CO2). Initially, plants take in CO2 from the atmosphere through photosynthesis.

This is ponding water after rainfall in wheel tracks of the bare soil treatment one year after compaction. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases ...

Changes in root architecture, induction of root-based transport systems and associations with beneficial soil microorganisms allow plants to maintain optimal nutrient content in the face of ...