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Temporal Variation in Micronutrient Content in Soil Amended with Thermochemical Organic Fertilizer Prepared from Different Reagent Combinations

Greeshma P R; Naveen Leno; Rani B; G. Byju; Sheeba Rebecca Isaac; Gladis R

International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

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Summary

This study investigates how the micronutrient content of soil varies over time when amended with thermochemically processed organic fertilisers derived from different reagent combinations. By comparing multiple fertiliser formulations and tracking nutrient dynamics across time points, the research aims to identify which preparation methods best sustain or improve soil micronutrient availability. The work contributes to understanding how organic fertiliser processing methodology influences the longevity and magnitude of micronutrient enrichment in amended soils.

UK applicability

The study is likely conducted under tropical or subtropical Indian conditions, associated with institutions such as ICAR-CTCRI, meaning direct transferability to UK soils and climate is limited. However, the underlying principles regarding thermochemical organic fertiliser processing and temporal micronutrient release dynamics may inform UK research on organic amendment strategies and soil health management.

Key measures

Soil micronutrient concentrations (mg/kg) including likely Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu; temporal sampling intervals post-fertiliser application; fertiliser reagent combinations as treatments

Outcomes reported

The study measured changes in soil micronutrient concentrations over time following application of thermochemical organic fertilisers prepared from different input combinations. It likely reported temporal patterns in micronutrient availability (e.g. iron, manganese, zinc, copper) across sampling intervals post-amendment.

Theme
Farming systems, soils & land use
Subject
Soil nutrient dynamics & fertiliser management
Study type
Research
Study design
Field trial
Source type
Peer-reviewed study
Status
Published
Geography
India
System type
Horticulture
DOI
10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i105803
Catalogue ID
NRmo3f02hq-02z

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