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  2. Conservation agriculture improves soil health and sustains crop yields after long-term warming

    Jialing Teng, Ruixing Hou, Jennifer A. J. Dungait, et al. · 2024 · Nature Communications · 162 citations

    Climate warming threatens global food security by exacerbating pressures on degraded soils under intensive crop production. Conservation agriculture is promoted as a sustainable solution that improves soil health and sustains crop yields in a changing climate, but these benefits may be affected by long-term warming. Here, we investigate the effects of conservation agriculture compared to conventional agriculture on 17 soil properties, microbial diversity and crop yields, during eight-years' experimental warming. An overall positive effect of warming on soil health over time under conservation agriculture is characterized by linear increases in soil organic carbon and microbial biomass carbon

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  6. Harnessing synthetic microbial communities for sustainable agriculture: Enhancing soil health and crop yields

    Yunhe Cui, Yue Tao, Yang Luo, et al. · 2025 · Critical Reviews in Environmental Science and Technology · 24 citations

    Synthetic microbial communities (SynComs) are emerging as a crucial strategy to address pressing global challenges such as rapid population growth and declining land quality. Designed to emulate natural microbial structures and functions, these communities offer significant advantages in enhancing crop yields and improving soil health. SynComs entail the concurrent cultivation of diverse functional microbial populations under controlled conditions. By introducing specific rhizosphere microbes, SynComs enhance nutrient uptake, regulate hormone levels, promote root development, and bolster plant resilience to stresses, such as drought and salinization. Additionally, SynComs suppress pathogens

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  8. Sustainable Agriculture Practices: Utilizing Composted Sludge Fertilizer for Improved Crop Yield and Soil Health

    Lijun Li, He Li, Lihong Tong, et al. · 2024 · Agronomy · 16 citations

    It is desirable to recycle sewage sludge as fertilizer for agricultural fields. The application of sludge to agricultural soils is a measure that replaces chemical fertilizers and plays an important role in improving soil’s physicochemical and biological properties. However, there are concerns that the pollutants in sewage sludge will cause negative impacts on soil health. To closely monitor the soil–sludge interactions, a field study was conducted over a 20-year period in the North China Plain. In this study, the long-term effects of sewage sludge on the soil properties and soil microbial diversity were investigated. We examined the effects of various fertilization methods (control, chemica

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  9. Enhancing prediction of crop yield and soil health assessment for sustainable agriculture using machine learning approach

    Kapil Netaji Vhatkar, Shweta Ashish Koparde, Sonali Kothari, et al. · 2025 · MethodsX · 12 citations

    Improving soil health evaluation and crop output forecasting are essential for developing sustainable agricultural methods. By applying data-driven insights, farmers may optimize resources, increase productivity, and promote environmental sustainability. The intricacy of environmental conditions and the lack of access to trustworthy data make it difficult to anticipate crop yields and evaluate soil health accurately. The goal of this research is•to make sophisticated models for precise crop production forecasting and thorough evaluation of soil health,•to improve sustainability by optimize farming methods, and•to assist farmers in making well-informed decisions.Iterative Partitioning-Ensembl

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  10. Mycorrhizal Fungi in Sustainable Agriculture: Enhancing Crop Yields and Soil Health

    Prakash Pralhad Sarwade, Kavita Narayan Gaisamudre, Rajesh Shrirangrao Gaikwad · 2024 · Plantae Scientia · 6 citations

    Mycorrhizal fungi, beneficial soil microorganisms, offer potential for sustainable agriculture. This literature review explores their ability to enhance crop production and soil quality by forming symbiotic relationships with plant roots, expanding root networks, and improving nutrient absorption, particularly phosphorus, nitrogen, and micronutrients. They also enhance drought resistance and water efficiency. Research indicates significant yield increases with appropriate mycorrhizal fungi strains in various agricultural systems. Beyond yield, these fungi improve soil health by enhancing structure, aggregation, water retention, fertility, and nutrient cycling, and by breaking down organic ma

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  13. Approaches to Sustainable Agriculture: A Retrospective Analysis for Soil Health Improvement

    Srinivas Katherasala · 2025 · SAARC Journal of Agriculture · 3 citations

    Gaining insight into farmers' viewpoints is essential for attaining Sustainable Development Goals in agriculture. By actively involving farmers and integrating their perspectives, it is possible to foster novel strategies that enhance soil quality and bolster the agricultural ecosystem. It is possible to improve soil health and reduce reliance on outside inputs by using regenerative farming methods that are based on agroecological principles and precision farming technologies. Engaging in collaboration with researchers, policymakers, and agricultural communities is crucial to jointly developing creative artificial intelligence (AI), which has the potential to enhance economic expansion, redu

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  15. Biofertilizers: A Sustainable Solution for Enhanced Crop Yield and Soil Health in Modern Agriculture

    Ananya Giri, Ravi Verma, Swati Mehta · 2025 · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2 citations

    The global demand for food production requires an enhancement in crop yield to meet the needs of the increasing population. However, soil degradation due to intensive agricultural practices, such as using pesticides and chemical fertilizers, poses a significant challenge to sustainable food production. Soil health and plant productivity are intricately linked to interactions among plants, soil, and microorganisms. Biofertilizers, containing living or dormant microorganisms, have emerged as a promising solution to enhance soil microbial status, stimulate natural soil microbiota, and improve nutrient accessibility and decomposition of organic matter. This review provide a comprehensive overvie

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  17. Sustainable agriculture: Enhancing soil health and crop yields with biofertilizers

    Syam Prasad Sura · 2024 · International Journal of Science and Research Archive · 1 citations

    Biofertilizers are a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to chemical fertilizers, gaining increasing attention in agriculture due to their numerous benefits (Bhardwaj et al., 2014; Vessey, 2003). Derived from living organisms, biofertilizers enhance soil fertility and plant growth by facilitating nutrient uptake, improving soil structure, and promoting beneficial microbial activity (Malusá&Vassilev, 2014). This commentary explores the significance of biofertilizers in modern agriculture, their types, benefits, challenges, and future prospects.

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  18. Evaluating the Impact of Organic Fertilizers on Crop Yields, Soil Health, and Environmental Sustainability in Agriculture

    Ferry Yulius Gomes, Jonner Masdi, Johnston Harunisa · 2024 · Jurnal Sosial Sains Terapan dan Riset (Sosateris)

    This research investigates the application of organic fertilizers as a sustainable alternative to chemical fertilizers in agriculture, focusing on their effectiveness in enhancing crop yields, improving soil health, and promoting environmental sustainability. Through a comprehensive analysis of various studies and empirical data, the research highlights the significant long-term benefits of organic fertilizers, including improved soil structure, enhanced nutrient retention, and increased microbial biodiversity. While initial crop yield improvements with organic fertilizers may be less pronounced compared to chemical counterparts, sustained application leads to healthier soils and greater res

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  19. Role of Conservation Agriculture Practices in Improving Soil Health and Crop Yield Sustainability

    Zohaib Anjum Muhammad, Muhammad Taimur Maqbool, Somia Ejaz, et al. · 2026 · Physical Education Health and Social Sciences

    Conservation Agriculture (CA) is a sustainable farming system built on three core principles minimum soil disturbance, permanent organic soil cover, and species diversification that aims to reverse soil degradation, enhance ecosystem services, and ensure long-term crop productivity. This review synthesizes evidence demonstrating that CA significantly improves soil physical, chemical, and biological health compared to conventional tillage systems. Key benefits include enhanced aggregate stability and water infiltration rates, increased soil organic carbon (SOC) sequestration (0.1–0.93 Mg/ha/year depending on environment), improved nutrient cycling (notably higher available P and K), elevated

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  21. Soil Health and Yield Variability in Sustainable Agriculture Practices among Smallholder Farmers in Zimbabwe's Central Highlands,

    Nyandwi Mafukizwa, Chiwengwane Zvakasiwa · 2007 · Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

    Soil health is a critical component of sustainable agriculture in Zimbabwe's Central Highlands, influencing crop yields and overall productivity among smallholder farmers. A comparative study employing a mixed-methods approach including surveys, interviews, and soil analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of various sustainable farming techniques. Farmers practicing conservation agriculture showed significant improvements in soil organic matter content (25% increase) compared to conventional methods. Yield variability decreased by 10% among those using cover cropping. Conservation agriculture and cover cropping were found to enhance soil health, reduce yield variability, and improve overall a

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