Context Straw return is gaining popularity as a viable agricultural practice for improving soil
fertility, crop yield, and produce quality Problem However, the inconsistent assessment of …

Rice paddies are a prominent contributor to greenhouse gases (GHGs) emissions,
accounting for 22% of the overall agricultural methane (CH 4) emissions. Although returning …

Crop residue decomposition is an important part of the carbon cycle in agricultural
ecosystems, and microorganisms are widely recognized as key drivers during this process …

Soil quality is an indicator of the ability to ensure ecological security and sustainable soil
usage. The effects of long-term straw incorporation and different irrigation regimes on the …

Straw returning has been shown to improve farmland soil, increase crop yield, and reduce
global warming. This study investigated the models of six rice straw-returning techniques …

Stalk composite pipe (SCP), a novel product used for subsurface irrigation, is primarily
composed of crop stalks, soil, and water. In subsurface SCP irrigation (SSI), comprehending …

Methods A field trial was carried out from 2013 to 2018, comparing a soybean-maize rotation
system with sole maize cultivation. Soil physicochemical properties, agronomic traits of …

Aim Traditionally, increased crop yield has been supported by applying a large amount of
chemical fertilizer. However, using excessive chemical fertilizers on soils diminishes soil …