Impact of no-tillage versus conventional maize plantation on soil mesofauna with and without the use of a lambda-cyhalothrin based insecticide: A terrestrial model ecosystem experiment

Rieff, Gleidson Gimenes; Natal-da-Luz, Tiago; Renaud, Mathieu; Azevedo-Pereira, Henrique M.V.S.; Chichorro, Filipe; Schmelz, Rüdiger M.; Sá, Enílson Luiz Saccol de; Sousa, José Paulo

doi:10.1016/j.apsoil.2019.103381

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“…The destruction of soil structure by soil tillage amplifies the effect of the herbicide on mites that are less affected in the no-tillage system despite application of the chemical. Other studies suggested that synergistic effects between soil physical or chemical disturbances may result in a higher impact upon soil fauna [ 94 , 95 ]. The plant residue cover/litter generated by the conventional agricultural practices contributed to increased numbers of litter invertebrates by generating an environment rich in food and with a suitable microclimatic.…”

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Soil Mite (Acari: Mesostigmata) Communities and Their Relationships with Some Environmental Variables in Experimental Grasslands from Bucegi Mountains in Romania

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The main objective of the study was to analyse, for the first time in Romania, the relationships between five experimental grasslands and Mesostigmata fauna, considering: (1) the structural differences between mite communities; (2) the variations in some important abiotic factors (vegetation cover, soil temperature, soil moisture content, pH, soil resistance at penetration); and (3) the influence of these abiotic factors on the structures of Mesostigmata mite communities and the dispersal rates of these communities between the investigated plots. In total, 250 soil samples were analysed in July 2017, revealing the presence of 30 species, with 1163 individuals. Using the multivariate analysis, we observed that each experimental plot was defined by characteristic environmental conditions, i.e., vegetation cover, soil moisture content, and soil temperature differed significantly between the experimental grasslands. Each experimental plot was characterised by a specific indicator species and population parameters (numerical abundance and species richness). The effects of these soil variables were even demonstrated at species level: Veigaia planicola, Geolaelaps nolli, and Gamasellodes insignis were influenced by vegetation cover, Lysigamasus conus and Dendrolaelaps foveolatus by soil temperature. The dispersal rates of mite communities from one plot to another were higher in the grasslands, where there were euconstant–constant species.

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Soil Mite (Acari: Mesostigmata) Communities and Their Relationships with Some Environmental Variables in Experimental Grasslands from Bucegi Mountains in Romania

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“…Other studies have provided evidence of C-rich residues negatively influencing decomposition rates [13,14]. Organic residues as mulching may act as habitat for soil organisms, while compost may act as energy supply for nutrient cycling [15,16]. Next, these two organic residues ensure the organic matter input into soil profile, which avoids soil quality loss, and increases plant nutrient release overtime [17].…”

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Decomposition Rate of Organic Residues and Soil Organisms’ Abundance in a Subtropical Pyrus pyrifolia Field

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The use of mulching, compost, and their interaction on organic residue (OR) decomposition rate (k), time of residue decay, primming effect, and soil organisms’ community composition was tested in a 16-year P. pyrifolia field experiment conducted from January 2020 to June 2021. A 2 × 2 factorial design was used with compost and mulching as the two factors within four blocks. OR decomposition was characterized by using litter bags with different mesh, and soil organisms were identified at family level. The half-decay rate (hd), total-decay rate (td), and remaining residue mass (Rm) varied among the organic residue management and mesh-type. The highest values of k and primming effect were found in litter bags with 15 mm2 size containing compost in the plots that received compost. For soil organisms’ abundance and richness, the highest values were found on plot that received both mulching and compost. The observed results suggested that the OR management determined organic matter decomposition, soil organisms’ abundance and richness in an Acrisols of the Southern Brazil. Soil organisms were the main factors contributing to the data variance (e.g., Acaridae, Blattidae, Chrysopidae, Halictophagidae, and Forficulidae).

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“…Higher springtail density was observed when glyphosate was applied. Rieff et al (2020) noted a higher sensitivity of springtail density to herbicide application in topsoil layers. We theorise that conventional tillage incorporates herbicide residue in the soil, which affects springtails through direct toxicity.…”

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“…The estimation of the effects of reduced forms of tillage on different mite suborders revealed higher densities of oribatid and mesostigmatid mites. Oribatid mites are considered highly sensitive to stress due to tillage or other types of mechanical disturbance in their habitat (Edwards & Lofty, 1975; Rieff et al, 2020). Furthermore, the positive effect on mites in the upper 10 cm may be explained by the litter layer under reduced and no‐tillage, which could provide predatory mites with more abundant and diverse prey (Bedano et al, 2016; Schrader & Bayer, 2000).…”

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“…No significant effects were observed on prostigmatid mites, which are known to be well-adapted to cultivated agroecosystems (Coleman et al, 2017) and can reach high-density levels (Loring et al, 1981) even under conventional tillage (Oseto & Boles, 1987). Rieff et al (2020) noted that reduced forms of tillage can lead to a shift in mite communities from species more adapted to disturbances and stress (Mesostigmata and Astigmata) to communities of groups less adaptable to disturbance (Oribatida).…”

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Reducing tillage intensity benefits the soil micro‐ and mesofauna in a global meta‐analysis

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2022

European J Soil Science

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Soil fauna drives crucial processes of energy and nutrient cycling in agricultural systems, and influences the quality of crops and pest incidence. Soil tillage is the most influential agricultural manipulation of soil structure, and has a profound influence on soil biology and its provision of ecosystem services. The objective of this study was to quantify through meta‐analyses the effects of reducing tillage intensity on density and diversity of soil micro‐ and mesofaunal communities, and how these effects vary among different pedoclimatic conditions and interact with concurrent management practices. We present the results of a global meta‐analysis of available literature data on the effects of different tillage intensities on taxonomic and functional groups of soil micro‐ and mesofauna. We collected paired observations (conventional vs. reduced forms of tillage/no‐tillage) from 133 studies across 33 countries. Our results show that reduced tillage intensity or no‐tillage increases the total density of springtails (+35%), mites (+23%), and enchytraeids (+37%) compared to more intense tillage methods. The meta‐analyses for different nematode feeding groups, life‐forms of springtails, and taxonomic mite groups showed higher densities under reduced forms of tillage compared to conventional tillage on omnivorous nematodes (+53%), epedaphic (+81%) and hemiedaphic (+84%) springtails, oribatid (+43%) and mesostigmatid (+57%) mites. Furthermore, the effects of reduced forms of tillage on soil micro‐ and mesofauna varied with depth, climate and soil texture, as well as with tillage method, tillage frequency, concurrent fertilisation, and herbicide application. Our findings suggest that reducing tillage intensity can have positive effects on the density of micro‐ and mesofaunal communities in areas subjected to long‐term intensive cultivation practices. Our results will be useful to support decision making on the management of soil faunal communities and will facilitate modelling efforts of soil biology in global agroecosystems. HIGHLIGHTS Global meta‐analysis to estimate the effect of reducing tillage intensity on micro‐ and mesofauna Reduced tillage or no‐tillage has positive effects on springtail, mite and enchytraeid density Effects vary among nematode feeding groups, springtail life forms and mite suborders Effects vary with texture, climate and depth and depend on the tillage method and frequency

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Impact of no-tillage versus conventional maize plantation on soil mesofauna with and without the use of a lambda-cyhalothrin based insecticide: A terrestrial model ecosystem experiment

Cited by 11 publications

References 46 publications

Soil Mite (Acari: Mesostigmata) Communities and Their Relationships with Some Environmental Variables in Experimental Grasslands from Bucegi Mountains in Romania

Soil Mite (Acari: Mesostigmata) Communities and Their Relationships with Some Environmental Variables in Experimental Grasslands from Bucegi Mountains in Romania

Decomposition Rate of Organic Residues and Soil Organisms’ Abundance in a Subtropical Pyrus pyrifolia Field

Reducing tillage intensity benefits the soil micro‐ and mesofauna in a global meta‐analysis

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