Using Trait-Based Approaches to Assess the Response of Epedaphic Collembola to Organic Matter Management Practices: A Case Study in a Rubber Plantation in South-Eastern Côte d’Ivoire

Kouakou, Aymard; Cortet, Jérôme; Kolo, Yeo; Brauman, Alain

doi:10.3390/insects13100892

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“…They consume decomposing organic matter and transform it into readily available plant nutrients, including potassium (Gunn and Cherrett, 1993;Fujii et al, 2014;Potapov et al, 2017). Kouakou et al (2022), demonstrated that the total abundance of collembola is intrinsically linked to a substantial increase in organic matter in the soil. A large amount of organic matter creates a favorable microclimate for developing these small arthropods (Chauvat et al, 2007).…”

Section: Relationship Between Mesofauna Groups and Soil Chemical Phys...mentioning

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Edaphic mesofauna responses to land use change for sugarcane cultivation: insights from contrasting soil textures

Vanolli,

de Andrade,

Canisares

et al. 2024

Front. Ecol. Evol.

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Land use change (LUC), specifically the cultivation of monoculture sugarcane, can negatively impact soil biodiversity, leading to a decline in soil health and ecosystem functioning. However, while studies focusing on macrofauna and microorganisms are more frequent in the literature, the impacts of LUC on mesofauna are still little known. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the impacts of the predominant LUC for sugarcane production in Brazil on the diversity of edaphic mesofauna in soils with contrasting textures. In addition, we assessed correlations between biodiversity and soil properties chemical, biological, and physical attributes. We took samples from two sites (clayey and sandy soils) in southeastern Brazil. The sequence of LUC included i) native vegetation (NV), ii) pasture (PA), iii) sugarcane (SC), and iv) sugarcane ratoon (SCr). In the rainy season, monoliths (25 x 25 x 10 cm), soil samples were collected at 0-10, 10-20, and 20-30 cm to assess soil mesofauna, soil chemical (pH, soil organic matter, phosphorus, sulfur, potassium, calcium, magnesium, potential acidity, cation exchange capacity), physical (soil porosity) and biological (microbial biomass carbon and nitrogen) properties. The mesofauna taxonomic groups were quantified after the classification. Briefly, a total of 22 taxonomic groups were classified. The most predominant groups were non-oribatid mites, oribatid mites, and Collembola. Richness and abundance were lower in the three land uses studied (PA, SCr, SC) compared to the intercept (NV). In clayey soil, diversity decreased from NV to PA (-0.68 ± 0.27) and SC (-0.55 ± 0.27) but not to SCr. In sandy soil, land use significantly impacted the mesofauna diversity and evenness index, significantly reducing these indexes in SCr in relation to NV. Although land use change towards more intensified systems resulted in a loss of richness and abundance of soil mesofauna, sugarcane cultivation over the years can recover the diversity of mesofauna in clay-textured soils. These results provide a scientific background to better understand the LUC effects on sugarcane cultivation and support the establishment of sustainable practices that enhance soil health and biodiversity in different soil textures. This study highlights the need for tailored land management considering soil texture and biodiversity for improved ecosystem services.

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Section: Relationship Between Mesofauna Groups and Soil Chemical Phys...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Edaphic mesofauna responses to land use change for sugarcane cultivation: insights from contrasting soil textures

Vanolli,

de Andrade,

Canisares

et al. 2024

Front. Ecol. Evol.

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“…While the organic matter decay rate (bait lamina) is mainly interpreted as an indicator of soil mesofaunal activity (Helling et al 1998), we found a significant positive relationship between total nematode abundance and the organic matter decay rate. This relationship could be the result of an indirect response linked to the high abundance of mesofauna (springtails) in relation to the amount of organic matter in the soil (Kouakou et al 2022). Indeed, the return of logging residues provides both habitat and food supply for many soil organisms involved in the decomposition of organic matter and the soil food web (Rodrigues da Silva et al 2022).…”

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“…From November 2017 to January 2018, the same experimental design was set up at both sites. This study was carried out at the same experimental sites as described in Perron et al (2022) and Kouakou et al (2022). The experimental design consisted of four practices replicated in four random blocks, that is, 16 elementary plots per site (Fig.…”

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Temporal changes in soil nematode communities in rubber plantations in Ivory Coast in response to logging residue management

Kouakou

Trap²,

Diakhaté³

et al. 2023

Preprint

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Aims Tree logging in tropical tree plantations results in significant soil disturbances that negatively impact soil biodiversity and soil functioning. Here, we aimed to assess the effects of adding organic matter (OM) to soil after rubber tree logging on soil functioning over time. Methods The experiment was conducted in two contrasting soil types in Ivory Coast. Four practices were replicated, including a control with no residues, the presence of legumes only, legumes and all tree parts excluding the trunk, and legumes and all the parts of the tree including the trunk. We monitored the response of soil nematode communities every six months for 24 months in each practice. Samples were collected from the topsoil layer (0–10 cm) in the interrow, and we also monitored soil carbon transformation by measuring in situ basal soil respiration, labile soil carbon and organic matter decay using the bait lamina method. Results The results showed a sharp decrease in nematode abundance after tree logging, but OM restoration increased nematode abundance, the relative abundance of bacterivores, and resource availability to the soil food web. The resilience of the nematode communities depended on soil conditions and the amount and quality of logging residues. Total nematode abundance was positively and significantly related to soil functioning, measured through basal soil respiration, labile soil carbon, and organic matter decay rate. Conclusion The results suggest that restoring logging residues can be an effective way to restore soil biodiversity and mitigate the negative impact of clear-cutting in tropical rubber plantations.

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Temporal changes of topsoil nematode communities in rubber plantations in Ivory Coast in response to logging residue management and legumes introduction

Kouakou,

Trap,

Diakhaté

et al. 2023

Plant Soil

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Using Trait-Based Approaches to Assess the Response of Epedaphic Collembola to Organic Matter Management Practices: A Case Study in a Rubber Plantation in South-Eastern Côte d’Ivoire

Cited by 3 publications

References 59 publications

Edaphic mesofauna responses to land use change for sugarcane cultivation: insights from contrasting soil textures

Edaphic mesofauna responses to land use change for sugarcane cultivation: insights from contrasting soil textures

Temporal changes in soil nematode communities in rubber plantations in Ivory Coast in response to logging residue management

Temporal changes of topsoil nematode communities in rubber plantations in Ivory Coast in response to logging residue management and legumes introduction

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