A sustainable management of environment and agriculture is crucial to protect soil, water,
and air during intensified agriculture practices as well as huge industrial and transportation …

Application of biochar to soils changes soil physicochemical properties and stimulates the
activities of soil microorganisms that influence soil quality and plant performance. Studying …

Soil is a fundamental resource and it is crucial to manage its quality in order to enhance
agricultural productivity and environmental quality. Soil enzymes catalyze several …

Sustainable management of low fertile arid soils using carbon-rich organic amendments
such as biochar and compost is of great concern from both agricultural and environmental …

So far, there have been hardly any studies offering a comprehensive view of biological
activity in soil, with little scholarly attention paid to the influence of different pesticides and …

Healthy soils are essential for progressive agronomic activities. Organic fertilization
positively affects agro-ecosystems by stimulating plant growth, enhancing crop productivity …

Extracellular enzymes, primarily produced by microorganisms, affect ecosystem processes
because of their essential roles in degradation, transformation and mineralization of organic …

The application of organic fertilizers, such as straw and manure, is an efficient approach to
maintain soil productivity. However, the effect of these organic fertilizers on soil microbial …

Quantitative assessment of soil functions requires the characterization of soil capability and
condition. Mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy has been suggested as a viable alternative to the …

Nanotechnology has received attention in the recent decade due to a plethora of
advantages over conventional agriculture techniques, in terms of improved effectiveness …