Effects of organic residue management and legume cover on growth of pine seedlings, nutrient leaching and soil properties

Gómez-Rey, M.X.; Madeira, Manuel; Vasconcelos, Ernesto

doi:10.1051/forest:2008063

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“…However, fertilizer‐uptake efficiency is relatively low (Aubrey et al, 2012), which can generate significant N losses (Lee & Jose, 2005). The biologically fixed N may have a slower turnover and favor N uptake (Di & Cameron, 2002; Gómez‐Rey et al, 2008; Kramer et al, 2006; Poudel et al, 2002), minimizing environmental threats of highly mobile excess N.…”

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A functional trait framework for integrating nitrogen‐fixing cover crops into short‐rotation woody crop systems

Ferreira

Aubrey

2023

GCB Bioenergy

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Developing approaches to simultaneously maximize short‐rotation woody crop (SRWC) productivity while minimizing footprints associated with intensive management is imperative to profitable and sustainable bioenergy production systems. Intercropping nitrogen (N)‐fixing cover crops in SRWC systems is an overlooked approach to sustainably intensify SRWC production by increasing N availability using less environmentally costly inputs. Here, we discuss how functional traits (e.g., seasonal activity, lifespan, leaf habit, soil exploration) of cover crops and SRWCs may interact through space and time influencing access to light, water, and nutrients to provide a framework for successful integration of cover crops into SRWCs. Next, we summarize the literature on intercropping forest plantations with N‐fixing cover crops to identity research gaps and outline future research needs and opportunities. And then, using empirical N demand and productivity data from SRWCs and cover crop N inputs from the literature, we illustrate how SRWC leaf habit (conifer evergreens and deciduous hardwoods) would influence successful integration of cover crops and potential N fixation. We estimate that integrating cover crops into SRWCs could supply 27% and 72% of the N demand across a 10‐year rotation for an evergreen and a deciduous hardwood, respectively. These figures suggest these integrated SRWC systems may approach a virtual minimal external N input when other biogeochemical cycles are considered. The guiding principles presented here are grounded in ecological theory and provide a framework for sustainable intensification of forest production.

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Section: Ecological Interactions In Mixed‐species Production Systemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

A functional trait framework for integrating nitrogen‐fixing cover crops into short‐rotation woody crop systems

Ferreira

Aubrey

2023

GCB Bioenergy

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“…When researchers build farmland ecosystems, it is even more necessary to screen out the best plan based on the local comprehensive situation, focus on the typical characteristics of each soil erosion area and clarify the weights of specific impact indicators or elements. Some studies have proved that ground mulching measures have the functions of ecological environment structure adjustment and system service and are feasible solutions for soil erosion control [68][69][70][71]. The results provide a reference for the control of soil leakage and expand the overall understanding of the two types of loss and the comparison of effects, mainly concerning the quality of soils, water (runoff water, surface water and subsurface water), plants (edible and non-edible agricultural crops) and wildlife.…”

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Progress of Study on Interception of Soil Mulching with an Insight into Karst Soil Leakage Control: A Review

Xiong

Luo

et al. 2022

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Soil erosion is a global issue of great concern, especially in karst areas with special environments, where subsurface soil leakage is closely related to soil erosion, which has become a key factor limiting agricultural development. To explore how to improve soil erosion in karst areas to enhance soil quality and maintain the sustainable use of the land in the long term, a total of 176 studies on the interception characteristics of soil mulching and erosion management were reviewed using a systematic review approach, through the WoS and CNKI databases. Firstly, quantitative analysis was conducted in terms of the annual volume, content and countries of the published literature. Secondly, from four aspects (theoretical research, mechanism research, technology research and technical demonstration), the main progress and landmark achievements of soil mulching interception and erosion management were classified. It is shown that the interception characteristics of soil mulching can produce an effective blockage for soil leakage in karst areas. Based on the global classification, compared to synthetic materials, natural materials have received more attention. We propose five key scientific questions that still need to be addressed. This review explores the insightful role of soil mulching for karst soil leakage management and aims to provide theoretical support for future research on sustainable land development in karst areas.

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Impact of harvest residues, fertilisers and N-fixing plants on growth and nutritional status of young Eucalyptus globulus plantations, under Mediterranean conditions

Madeira¹,

Madeira²,

Fabião³

et al. 2010

Eur J Forest Res

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Growth and nutritional status of young plants of Eucalyptus were assessed in a field trial, under different scenarios of harvest residue management and nutrient availability. Treatments were as follows: incorporation of harvest residues into the soil by harrowing (I); I with N fertiliser application (IF); I with leguminous, Lupinus luteus L., seeding (IL); removal of harvest residues (R); R with N fertiliser application (RF); R with leguminous seeding (RL); distribution of harvest residues on the soil surface (S); S with N fertiliser application (SF). Treatments were replicated four times in four blocks with a fully randomised design. Tree growth (height and diameter at breast height) was measured and understory biomass destructively recorded. Tree nutritional status was assessed by foliar analysis (N, Ca, Mg, P, K and leaf area). Significant differences in growth between I, R and S treatments were only detected at early stage. Intercropping with Lupinus decreased tree growth during the early phase, but after 5 years growth was similar to that measured in the I and R treatments. Application of fertiliser enhanced tree growth especially when harvest residues were retained on the soil surface. Combining incorporation of harvest residues with fertiliser application (IF) was the best option to increase tree growth, which was significantly greater than in the R and S. Initially, leaf N was positively affected by the leguminous (RL and IL), but, after the first fertiliser application (1 year after planting), greater N was observed in the IF, RF and SF, the difference decreasing gradually over the following years.

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Effects of organic residue management and legume cover on growth of pine seedlings, nutrient leaching and soil properties

Cited by 7 publications

References 26 publications

A functional trait framework for integrating nitrogen‐fixing cover crops into short‐rotation woody crop systems

A functional trait framework for integrating nitrogen‐fixing cover crops into short‐rotation woody crop systems

Progress of Study on Interception of Soil Mulching with an Insight into Karst Soil Leakage Control: A Review

Impact of harvest residues, fertilisers and N-fixing plants on growth and nutritional status of young Eucalyptus globulus plantations, under Mediterranean conditions

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