Editorial to the Thematic Topic “Towards a more sustainable agriculture through managing soil microbiomes”

Babin, Doreen; Leoni, C.; Neal, Andrew L.; Sessitsch, Angela; Smalla, Kornelia

doi:10.1093/femsec/fiab094

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“…Environmental and climatic conditions, as well as seasonal weather patterns (temperature, precipitation), have a major impact on their enzyme activity [71]. Moreover, the enzymatic activity of microorganisms is significantly influenced by the type of soil cultivation and is generally greater under reduced tillage [72]. Microorganisms are involved in the decomposition of organic matter and the conversion of elements into bio-available forms to plants, which in turn influences plant growth and development [73].…”

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Spatial Distribution of Soil Macroelements, Their Uptake by Plants, and Green Pea Yield under Strip-Till Technology

Szczepanek,

Piekarczyk,

Błaszczyk

2024

Agronomy

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Using conservation tillage to grow crops that enhance soil quality, such as legumes, seems to be one of the best solutions for sustainable agriculture. The field study was conducted to identify the effect of soil cultivation technology and fertilization, via strip-tilling (reduced) vs. plowing (conventional), on the availability and uptake of NPK and Mg, as well as on the growth of shoots and roots and yield of green peas (Pisum sativum L.). The research was carried out in central Poland (53°05′16.8″ N, 19°06′14.4″ E) over two growing seasons of green peas in 2016 and 2017. Our study has shown that the spatial distribution of macroelements in the soil is influenced by the tillage method. The availability and nutrient uptake by green peas, their growth parameters, and yield were also influenced by the tillage system. However, the effect was observed mainly in the first year of the study, which had less precipitation and higher temperatures. In general, in our study, the strip-till has a positive impact on the nutrient uptake by plants, contributing to longer shoots and roots and higher biomass accumulation, especially in the first part of the growing season. In 2016, with less rainfall, green peas under strip-tilling produced more pods per plant and the yield was higher than under plowing (by 13.8%). In 2017, with higher precipitation, an increase in yield under strip-tilling compared to plowing was also observed (by 9.1%), but this difference was not statistically significant. To sum up, strip-tillage seems to have a positive impact on the spatial distribution of macroelements, growth parameters, and yield of green peas, and can be recommended as a technology for the sustainable production of this crop.

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Spatial Distribution of Soil Macroelements, Their Uptake by Plants, and Green Pea Yield under Strip-Till Technology

Szczepanek,

Piekarczyk,

Błaszczyk

2024

Agronomy

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“…Land-use intensification is a major anthropogenic factor of the 21st century that alters the local biodiversity and affects ecosystem processes 150,151 . The total area of cultivated land worldwide has increased over 500% in the last five decades with a 700% increase in fertilizer use and a several-fold increase in pesticide use 152 .…”

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Soil microbiomes and one health

2022

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The concept of one health highlights that human health is not isolated but connected to the health of animals, plants and environments. In this Review, we demonstrate that soils are a cornerstone of one health and serve as a source and reservoir of pathogens, beneficial microorganisms and the overall microbial diversity in a wide range of organisms and ecosystems. We list more than 40 soil microbiome functions that either directly or indirectly contribute to soil, plant, animal and human health. We identify microorganisms that are shared between different one health compartments and show that soil, plant and human microbiomes are perhaps more interconnected than previously thought. Our Review further evaluates soil microbial contributions to one health in the light of dysbiosis and global change and demonstrates that microbial diversity is generally positively associated with one health. Finally, we present future challenges in one health research and formulate recommendations for practice and evaluation.

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“…Land-use intensification is a major anthropogenic factor of the 21st century, which has led to significant changes in local biodiversity and had a significant impact on ecosystem processes [1,217]. Over the last five decades, the global cultivated land area has increased by more than 500%, accompanied by a 700% increase in fertilizer use and a significant increase in pesticide application [218].…”

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Role of Soil Microbiota Enzymes in Soil Health and Activity Changes Depending on Climate Change and the Type of Soil Ecosystem

Daunoras,

Kačergius,

Gudiukaitė

2024

Biology

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The extracellular enzymes secreted by soil microorganisms play a pivotal role in the decomposition of organic matter and the global cycles of carbon (C), phosphorus (P), and nitrogen (N), also serving as indicators of soil health and fertility. Current research is extensively analyzing these microbial populations and enzyme activities in diverse soil ecosystems and climatic regions, such as forests, grasslands, tropics, arctic regions and deserts. Climate change, global warming, and intensive agriculture are altering soil enzyme activities. Yet, few reviews have thoroughly explored the key enzymes required for soil fertility and the effects of abiotic factors on their functionality. A comprehensive review is thus essential to better understand the role of soil microbial enzymes in C, P, and N cycles, and their response to climate changes, soil ecosystems, organic farming, and fertilization. Studies indicate that the soil temperature, moisture, water content, pH, substrate availability, and average annual temperature and precipitation significantly impact enzyme activities. Additionally, climate change has shown ambiguous effects on these activities, causing both reductions and enhancements in enzyme catalytic functions.

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Editorial to the Thematic Topic “Towards a more sustainable agriculture through managing soil microbiomes”

Abstract: Editorial to the Thematic Topic Towards a more sustainable agriculture through managing soil microbiomes. FEMS Microbiology Ecology. 97 (8), p. fiab094.

Cited by 7 publications

References 29 publications

Spatial Distribution of Soil Macroelements, Their Uptake by Plants, and Green Pea Yield under Strip-Till Technology

Spatial Distribution of Soil Macroelements, Their Uptake by Plants, and Green Pea Yield under Strip-Till Technology

Soil microbiomes and one health

Role of Soil Microbiota Enzymes in Soil Health and Activity Changes Depending on Climate Change and the Type of Soil Ecosystem

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