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Dai Z, Huang Z, Hu D, Naz M, Afzal MR, Raza MA, Benavides-Mendoza A, Tariq M, Qi S, Du D. Role of nanofertilization in plant nutrition under abiotic stress conditions. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 366:143496. [PMID: 39374674 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.143496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2024] [Revised: 09/18/2024] [Accepted: 10/05/2024] [Indexed: 10/09/2024]
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Plants require nutrients for growth, which they obtain from the soil via the root system. Fertilizers offer the essential nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, as well as critical secondary elements) required by plants. Soil productivity falls with each crop until nutrients are provided. A wide range of so-called fertilizer products, such as organic fertilizers, argon mineral fertilizers, and mineral fertilizers, can assist farmers in adjusting fertilization methods based on the environment and agricultural conditions (inhibitors, restricted materials, growth mediums, plant bio-stimulants, etc.). Agricultural land is reduced by erosion, pollution, careless irrigation, and fertilization. On the other hand, more agricultural production is needed to meet the demands of expanding industries and the nutritional needs of a growing population. Nano fertilizers have recently started to be manufactured to obtain the highest yield and its quality per unit area. Previous researchers found that nano fertilizers could improve plant nutrient uptake efficiency, lower soil toxicity, mitigate the potential negative effects of excessive chemical fertilizer use, and reduce the frequency of fertilization. To maximize crop yields and optimize nutrient use while reducing the overuse of chemical fertilizers, nano fertilizersNFs are crucial in agriculture. The key component of these fertilizers is that they contain one or more macro- and micronutrients that can be applied regularly in minute doses while not damaging the environment. However, they have a minimal effect on plant growth and agricultural yields when employed in high numbers, like synthetic fertilizers. This article explains the features, relevance and classification of nano-fertilizers, their use in plant development, their advantages and disadvantages, and the results achieved in this field.
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- Zhicong Dai
- School of Emergency Management, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu Province, PR China; Institute of Environment and Ecology, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu Province, PR China; Jiangsu Collaborative Innovation Center of Technology and Material of Water Treatment, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu Province, PR China.
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- Institute of Environment and Ecology, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu Province, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Modern Agricultural Equipment and Technology, Ministry of Education, School of Agricultural Engineering Jiangsu University, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu Prov-ince, PR China.
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- School of Emergency Management, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu Province, PR China; Institute of Environment and Ecology, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu Province, PR China.
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- School of Emergency Management, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu Province, PR China; Institute of Environment and Ecology, School of the Environment and Safety Engineering, Jiangsu University, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu Province, PR China.
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- School of Food Science and Biotechnology, Key Laboratory of Fruits and Vegetables Postharvest and Processing Technology Research of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang Gongshang University, Hangzhou, 310018, PR China.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Lahore Pharmacy Collage, Lahore, 54000, Pakistan.
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- Key Laboratory of Modern Agricultural Equipment and Technology, Ministry of Education, School of Agricultural Engineering Jiangsu University, 301 Xuefu Road, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu Prov-ince, PR China.
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- Jingjiang College, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, PR China.
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Xu F, Zhang S, Wu Q, An C, Li X, Chen X, Chen Y, Zhang X, Dong Z. A biodegradable multifunctional pectin-montmorillonite fertilizer coating: Controlled-release, water-retention and soil-cementation. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 277:134118. [PMID: 39098460 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2024] [Revised: 07/05/2024] [Accepted: 07/22/2024] [Indexed: 08/06/2024]
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Coated fertilizers have been widely used to improve fertility in barren land. However, improving soil structure and water-retention capacity is also essential for arid and semi-arid areas with sandy soils to promote crop growth. Most currently available coated fertilizers rarely meet these requirements, limiting their application scope. Therefore, this study "tailored" pectin-montmorillonite (PM) multifunctional coatings for arid areas, featuring intercalation reactions and nanoscale entanglement between pectin and montmorillonite via hydrogen bonding and electrostatic and van der Waals forces. Notably, PM coatings have demonstrated an effective "relay" model of action. First, the PM-50 coating could act as a "shield" to protect urea pills, increasing the mechanical strength (82.12 %). Second, this coating prolonged the release longevity of urea (<0.5 h to 15 days). Further, the remaining coating performed a water-retention function. Subsequently, the degraded coating improved the soil properties. Thus, this coating facilitated the growth of wheat seedlings in a simulated arid environment. Moreover, the cytotoxicity test, life cycle assessment, and soil biodegradation experiment showed that the PM coating exhibited minimal environmental impact. Overall, the "relay" model of PM coating overcomes the application limitations of traditional coated fertilizers and provides a sustainable strategy for developing coating materials in soil degradation areas.
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- Fangzhou Xu
- College of Forestry, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China
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- College of Forestry, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China
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- College of Forestry, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China
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- College of Forestry, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China
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- College of Forestry, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China; Mountain Tai Forest Ecosystem Research Station of State Forestry and Grassland Administration, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China
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- College of Forestry, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China
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- College of Forestry, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China
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- College of Forestry, Shandong Agricultural University, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China; Mountain Tai Forest Ecosystem Research Station of State Forestry and Grassland Administration, Tai'an, Shandong 271018, PR China.
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Eddarai EM, El Mouzahim M, Ragaoui B, Eladaoui S, Bourd Y, Bellaouchou A, Boussen R. Review of current trends in chitosan based controlled and slow-release fertilizer: From green chemistry to circular economy. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 278:134982. [PMID: 39214838 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Revised: 08/05/2024] [Accepted: 08/21/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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The demand for food is increasing rapidly with the growth of the global population. To ensure global food security, fertilizers are essential. Controlled-release fertilizers (CRFs) are a highly effective type of fertilizer that have been developed to meet this need. While CRFs offer significant advantages over traditional fertilizers, their use has been limited due to high production costs and negative impact on the environment. CRFs are manufactured and applied without considering the resource-use efficiency of the production process or the potential ecological consequences of fertilizer application. To tackle these issues, biopolymer-based CRFs have been developed. These innovative fertilizers are created by coating granules with biodegradable and eco-friendly biopolymers (chitosan, starch and cellulose). In addition, these groundbreaking fertilizers align with the tenets of the circular economy, which involve formulating products that enable a gradual and steady dispensation of nutrients over an extended period. Our objective in embracing these fertilizers is to transcend the traditional linear "take, make, dispose" approach and transition towards a more sustainable and circular model. This approach not only enhances nutrient delivery efficiency but also contributes significantly to reducing the environmental impact associated with conventional fertilizer use. Afterward, the research explored various aspects of controlled-release fertilizers (CRFs), including the mechanisms of nutrient release, the types of coating materials used, and the techniques employed for coating. The study also examined the benefits and challenges associated with CRFs and analyzed how specific parameters influence the nutrient release mechanisms.
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- El Mehdi Eddarai
- Laboratory of Materials, Nanotechnology, and Environment, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Av. Ibn Battouta, Agdal, Rabat BP 1014, Morocco.
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- Laboratory of Materials, Nanotechnology, and Environment, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Av. Ibn Battouta, Agdal, Rabat BP 1014, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Materials, Nanotechnology, and Environment, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Av. Ibn Battouta, Agdal, Rabat BP 1014, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Materials, Nanotechnology, and Environment, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Av. Ibn Battouta, Agdal, Rabat BP 1014, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Materials, Nanotechnology, and Environment, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Av. Ibn Battouta, Agdal, Rabat BP 1014, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Materials, Nanotechnology, and Environment, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Av. Ibn Battouta, Agdal, Rabat BP 1014, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Materials, Nanotechnology, and Environment, Faculty of Sciences, Mohammed V University in Rabat, Av. Ibn Battouta, Agdal, Rabat BP 1014, Morocco
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Farooq MS, Mahmood R, Hameed A, Ali S, Nadeem F, Awan TH, Fatima A, Ahmad Z. Optimizing Nitrogen Sources in Top Dressing for Wheat: Field Study on Growth, Yield, and Ammonia Volatilization. SCIENTIFICA 2024; 2024:8882675. [PMID: 39376251 PMCID: PMC11458304 DOI: 10.1155/2024/8882675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2023] [Revised: 03/31/2024] [Accepted: 06/29/2024] [Indexed: 10/09/2024]
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In alkaline calcareous soils, ammonia volatilization is the primary nitrogen (N) loss process, resulting in the reduced N use efficiency of crops. This study aimed at assessing the impact of different N sources for top dressing on ammonia volatilization, as well as their effects on wheat growth and yield over two years. In each year, half of the recommended N was applied as a basal dose using diammonium phosphate (DAP) and urea. The remaining half was top-dressed 35 days after sowing with various sources: prilled urea (PU), granular urea (GU), ammonium sulfate (AS), and calcium ammonium nitrate (CAN) in the first year; PU, urea coated with a urease inhibitor from 20 g (VnU-20) and 40 g (VnU-40) leaves of Vachellia nilotica, biochar-coated urea (BU), and urease inhibitor paraphenylenediamine-coated urea (PPDU) in the second year. Ammonia volatilization losses were tracked for up to 12 weeks from sowing. Ammonia losses from basal-applied N remained consistent in both years, comprising around 4% of the applied N. In the first year, top-dressed AS resulted in the highest losses, followed by GU, while losses from urea and CAN were statistically similar. In the second year, coated fertilizers showed lower ammonia losses compared to PU, with VnU-40 displaying the least losses, 48% less than PU. Nitrogen concentration in wheat grain and straw exhibited a negative correlation with ammonia losses. The choice of top-dressed N source influenced tillering, biological, straw, and grain yields of wheat. In the first year, CAN provided maximum yield benefits, and in the second year, VnU-20 exhibited 27% more grain yield than PU. These findings suggest that top dressing with coated urea, especially VnU-20, has the potential to reduce ammonia losses, improve crop nitrogen status, and enhance economic yield compared to other nitrogen sources.
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- Muhammad Sajid Farooq
- Department of AgronomyFaculty of Agricultural SciencesUniversity of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Soil ScienceFaculty of Agricultural SciencesUniversity of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of AgronomyFaculty of Agricultural SciencesUniversity of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of AgronomyFaculty of Agricultural SciencesUniversity of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Soil ScienceFaculty of Agricultural SciencesUniversity of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Environmental ScienceLahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Environmental ScienceLahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan
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Cui J, Tian H, Qi Y, Hu X, Li S, Zhang W, Wei Z, Zhang M, Liu Z, Abolfathi S. Impact of microplastic residues from polyurethane films on crop growth: Unraveling insights through transcriptomics and metabolomics analysis. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2024; 283:116826. [PMID: 39106570 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2024.116826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2024] [Revised: 06/08/2024] [Accepted: 07/30/2024] [Indexed: 08/09/2024]
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The utilisation of coated controlled-release fertilizers (CRFs) leads to the persistence of residual plastic films in agricultural soils, posing a potential threat to crop health. This study investigates the impacts of four residual films (0.39 %, w/w) derived from CRFs in soil, including petrochemical polyether, bio-based polyether, castor oil polyester, and wheat straw polyester polyurethane on wheat growth. This study found that PecPEUR significantly reduced wheat plant height, stem diameter, leaf area, and aboveground fresh weight by 24.8 %, 20.2 %, and 25.7 %. Through an in-depth exploration of transcriptomics and metabolomics, it has been discovered that all residual films disrupted glycolysis-related metabolic pathways in wheat roots, affecting seedling growth. Among them, PecPEUR significantly reduced the fresh weight of aboveground parts by 20.5 %. In contrast, polyester polyurethane residue had no discernible impact on aboveground wheat growth. This was attributed to the enrichment of wheat root genes in jasmonic acid and γ-aminobutyric acid metabolic pathways, thus mitigating oxidative stress, enhancing stress resistance, and ensuring normal plant growth. This study, for the first time, provides comprehensive insights into the effects of polyurethane film residue on wheat seedling growth, underscoring its potential as a promising alternative to conventional plastics in soil.
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- Jing Cui
- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong 271018, China
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- Shandong (Linyi) Institute of Modern Agriculture, Zhejiang University, Linyi, Shandong 276041, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong 271018, China
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- Engineering Laboratory for Green Fertilizers, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang 110016, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong 271018, China.
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Sharma S, Bindraban PS, Dimkpa CO, Pandey R. Phosphorus fertilizer: from commodity to speciality - from fertilizing the field to fertilizing the plant. Curr Opin Biotechnol 2024; 90:103198. [PMID: 39278023 DOI: 10.1016/j.copbio.2024.103198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2024] [Revised: 08/26/2024] [Accepted: 08/28/2024] [Indexed: 09/17/2024]
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Phosphatic fertilizers are indispensable for sustainable agriculture, but phosphorus (P) scarcity has drawn global attention with respect to research and policy discussions. Soil conditions (pH, organic matter, metal oxides), P-fertilizer form and its application methods, and plant growth mechanisms influence plant P availability. Given the nonrenewable nature and low use efficiency of P, the development of speciality P-fertilizers and improved application methods are essential for reducing environmental P losses and increasing plant P uptake, thereby improving P use efficiency (PUE). This paper explores strategies for using innovative P-fertilizers targeting plant physiological processes instead of conventional bulk field applications to enhance PUE.
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- Sandeep Sharma
- Division of Plant Physiology, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012, India
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- International Fertilizer Development Center, Muscle Shoals, AL 35662, USA
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, 123 Huntington Street, New Haven, CT 06511, USA
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- Division of Plant Physiology, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012, India.
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Ren W, Li X, Liu T, Chen N, Xin M, Liu B, Liu Y, Qi Q. Evaluating nitrogen dynamic and utilization under controlled-release fertilizer application for sunflowers in an arid region: Experimental and modeling approach. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 370:122456. [PMID: 39265493 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2024] [Revised: 08/24/2024] [Accepted: 09/06/2024] [Indexed: 09/14/2024]
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Traditional nitrogen fertilizers (TNF), such as urea, percolate easily in arid fields, posing low nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) and a high non-point pollution risk. Controlled-release fertilizers (CRF) exhibit significantly lower deep seepage, rendering it a favorable choice in arid fields due to its ability to enhance NUE through slow-release mechanisms. However, current models do not fully account for the soil nitrogen dynamics and crop interactions under controlled-release conditions, and lack quantification. This study improved the APSIM model by adjustment the urea hydrolysis rate to assess the impact of CRF and TNF applications on soil health, crop growth, and water quality. Calibration and validation were conducted through experiments in the Hetao Irrigation District of China from 2019 to 2020, with different nitrogen application rates (135, 225, and 315 kg/ha). The model accurately simulated soil NO3-N concentration (SNC), cumulative NO3-N leaching (CNL), nitrogen uptake (NU), and sunflower yield. During the validation process, R2 and Nash-Sutcliffe efficiency (NSE) values were both above 0.75. Results indicated that the average SNC, NU, and yield under CRF application were significantly higher than those under TNF application, with increases of 38.62%, 44.92%, and 18.38%, respectively. Notably, the proportion of soil nitrogen available (PSNA), a novel metric proposed in this study, was 159.50% higher in the 0-40 cm soil layer with CRF compared to TNF. Additionally, CNL and NO3-N leaching loss rate (NLLR) decreased by 25.76% and 25.77%, respectively. Scenario simulations indicated that the optimal fertilization strategy for this region is to use 180-193.5 kg/ha of CRF with a release period of 80-85.5 d to balance agricultural productivity and ecological protection. This study confirms the significant advantages of CRF in enhancing yield, improving nitrogen management, and promoting environmental sustainability, providing a scientific basis for CRF management strategies and supporting the shift towards more efficient and environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
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- Wenhao Ren
- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Huhhot, 010018, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Huhhot, 010018, China; Collaborative Innovation Center for Integrated Management of Water Resources and Water Environment in the Inner Mongolia Reaches of the Yellow River, Hohhot, 010018, China; Research and Development of Efficient Water-saving Technology and Equipment and Research Engineering Center of Soil and Water Environment Effect in Arid Area of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Hohhot, 010018, China.
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Huhhot, 010018, China; Collaborative Innovation Center for Integrated Management of Water Resources and Water Environment in the Inner Mongolia Reaches of the Yellow River, Hohhot, 010018, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Huhhot, 010018, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Huhhot, 010018, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Huhhot, 010018, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Huhhot, 010018, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Huhhot, 010018, China
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Liu Y, Yu X, Li X, Liu X, Ye C, Ling T, Wang X, Zhu Z, Shan J. Selective Synthesis of Organonitrogen Compounds via Electrochemical C-N Coupling on Atomically Dispersed Catalysts. ACS NANO 2024; 18:23894-23911. [PMID: 39160683 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c06516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/21/2024]
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The C-N coupling reaction demonstrates broad application in the fabrication of a wide range of high value-added organonitrogen molecules including fertilizers (e.g., urea), chemical feedstocks (e.g., amines, amides), and biomolecules (e.g., amino acids). The electrocatalytic C-N coupling pathways from waste resources like CO2, NO3-, or NO2- under mild conditions offer sustainable alternatives to the energy-intensive thermochemical processes. However, the complex multistep reaction routes and competing side reactions lead to significant challenges regarding low yield and poor selectivity toward large-scale practical production of target molecules. Among diverse catalyst systems that have been developed for electrochemical C-N coupling reactions, the atomically dispersed catalysts with well-defined active sites provide an ideal model platform for fundamental mechanism elucidation. More importantly, the intersite synergy between the active sites permits the enhanced reaction efficiency and selectivity toward target products. In this Review, we systematically assess the dominant reaction pathways of electrocatalytic C-N coupling reactions toward various products including urea, amines, amides, amino acids, and oximes. To guide the rational design of atomically dispersed catalysts, we identify four key stages in the overall reaction process and critically discuss the corresponding catalyst design principles, namely, retaining NOx/COx reactants on the catalyst surface, regulating the evolution pathway of N-/C- intermediates, promoting C-N coupling, and facilitating final hydrogenation steps. In addition, the advanced and effective theoretical simulation and characterization technologies are discussed. Finally, a series of remaining challenges and valuable future prospects are presented to advance rational catalyst design toward selective electrocatalytic synthesis of organonitrogen molecules.
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- Yizhe Liu
- Department of Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, 999077, Hong Kong
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- Department of Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, 999077, Hong Kong
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- Department of Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, 999077, Hong Kong
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- Key Laboratory of Engineering Dielectric and Applications (Ministry of Education), School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Harbin University of Science and Technology, Harbin, Heilongjiang 150080, China
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- School of Chemical Engineering, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia 5005, Australia
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072 China
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- Department of Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, 999077, Hong Kong
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- Department of Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, 999077, Hong Kong
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- Department of Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, 999077, Hong Kong
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Zhu J, Zhang Z, Wen Y, Song X, Tan WK, Ong CN, Li J. Recent Advances in Superabsorbent Hydrogels Derived from Agro Waste Materials for Sustainable Agriculture: A Review. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2024. [PMID: 39215710 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.4c04970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Superabsorbent hydrogels made from agro waste materials have the potential to promote sustainable agriculture and environmental sustainability. These hydrogels not only help reduce water consumption and increase crop yields but also contribute to minimizing waste and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Recent research on superabsorbent hydrogels derived from agro wastes has focused on the preparation of hydrogels based on natural polymers isolated from agro wastes, such as cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin. This review provides an in-depth examination of hydrogels developed from raw agro waste materials and natural polymers extracted from agro wastes, highlighting that these studies start with raw wastes as the main materials. The utilization strategies for specific types of agro wastes are comprehensively described. This review outlines different methods utilized in the production of these hydrogels, including physical cross-linking techniques such as dissolution-regeneration and freeze-thawing, as well as chemical cross-linking methods involving various cross-linking agents and graft polymerization techniques such as free radical polymerization, microwave-assisted polymerization, and γ radiation graft polymerization. Specifically, this review explores the applications of agro waste-based superabsorbent hydrogels in enhancing soil properties such as water retention and slow-release of fertilizers for sustainable agriculture.
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- Jingling Zhu
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore
- NUS Environmental Research Institute (NERI), National University of Singapore, 5A Engineering Drive 1, Singapore117411, Singapore
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore
- National University of Singapore (Suzhou) Research Institute, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000, China
- National University of Singapore (Chongqing) Research Institute, Yubei District, Chongqing 401120, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore
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- NUS Environmental Research Institute (NERI), National University of Singapore, 5A Engineering Drive 1, Singapore117411, Singapore
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- NUS Environmental Research Institute (NERI), National University of Singapore, 5A Engineering Drive 1, Singapore117411, Singapore
- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, 12 Science Drive 2, Singapore 117549, Singapore
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore
- NUS Environmental Research Institute (NERI), National University of Singapore, 5A Engineering Drive 1, Singapore117411, Singapore
- National University of Singapore (Suzhou) Research Institute, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000, China
- National University of Singapore (Chongqing) Research Institute, Yubei District, Chongqing 401120, China
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Campanile A, Liguori B, Lama GC, Recupido F, Donatiello S, Gagliardi M, Morone A, Verdolotti L. The Role of Superabsorbent Polymers and Polymer Composites in Water Resource Treatment and Management. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:2337. [PMID: 39204557 PMCID: PMC11358950 DOI: 10.3390/polym16162337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2024] [Revised: 08/01/2024] [Accepted: 08/16/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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In the last century, the issue of "water reserves" has become a remarkably strategic topic in modern science and technology. In this context, water resource treatment and management systems are being developed in both agricultural and urban area scenarios. This can be achieved using superabsorbent polymers (SAPs), highly cross-linked hydrogels with three-dimensional, hydrophilic polymer structures capable of absorbing, swelling and retaining huge amounts of aqueous solutions. SAPs are able to respond to several external stimuli, such as temperature, pH, electric field, and solution composition and concentration. They can be used in many areas, from sensor technology to drug delivery, agriculture, firefighting applications, food, and the biomedical industry. In addition, new categories of functional SAP-based materials, mainly superabsorbent polymer composites, can also encapsulate fertilizers to efficiently provide the controlled release of both water and active compounds. Moreover, SAPs have great potential in wastewater treatment for the removal of harmful elements. In this respect, in the following review, the most promising and recent advances in the use of SAPs and composite SAPs as tools for the sustainable management and remediation of water resource are reviewed and discussed by identifying opportunities and drawbacks and highlighting new challenges and aims to inspire the research community.
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- Assunta Campanile
- Applied Chemistry Labs-Department of Chemical, Materials and Industrial Engineering, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy;
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- Applied Chemistry Labs-Department of Chemical, Materials and Industrial Engineering, University of Naples Federico II, 80138 Naples, Italy;
- Institute for Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials (IPCB-CNR), 80055 Portici, Italy; (G.C.L.); (F.R.)
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- Institute for Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials (IPCB-CNR), 80055 Portici, Italy; (G.C.L.); (F.R.)
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- Institute for Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials (IPCB-CNR), 80055 Portici, Italy; (G.C.L.); (F.R.)
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- Department of Architecture (DIARC), University of Naples Federico II, 80134 Naples, Italy; (S.D.); (M.G.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Architecture (DIARC), University of Naples Federico II, 80134 Naples, Italy; (S.D.); (M.G.); (A.M.)
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- Department of Architecture (DIARC), University of Naples Federico II, 80134 Naples, Italy; (S.D.); (M.G.); (A.M.)
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- Institute for Polymers, Composites and Biomaterials (IPCB-CNR), 80055 Portici, Italy; (G.C.L.); (F.R.)
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Dovzhenko AP, Yapryntseva OA, Sinyashin KO, Doolotkeldieva T, Zairov RR. Recent progress in the development of encapsulated fertilizers for time-controlled release. Heliyon 2024; 10:e34895. [PMID: 39144920 PMCID: PMC11320312 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e34895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2023] [Revised: 07/17/2024] [Accepted: 07/18/2024] [Indexed: 08/16/2024] Open
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This review describes the latest achievements in the development of encapsulated controlled-release fertilizers, which encompasses sustainability issues in agriculture. The research community's interest in this particular area of science has doubled over the last couple of years due to the yearly increasing complexity of the food and supply situation, as well as maintaining the development of modern society in the era of population outbreak. This review covers demand in timely systematization and comprehensive analysis of emerging research in so-called "smart fertilizers" that release mineral components in accordance with the needs for nutrients classified into controlled- and slow-release fertilizers (CRFs and SRFs). Along with the thoroughly selected fundamental studies published in this area, the review specially focuses on the materials-based classification, emphasizing the importance of the host matrix in the time-controlled release of dopant. This substantially differentiates our review and renders scientific novelty and relevancy to it. The review is divided into sections, dealing with the types of slow- and controlled-release fertilizers each, and supplemented with the critical view on their usage. All data regarding encapsulated fertilizers in this review are systematized for the convenience of the readership when becoming familiarized with the latest achievements in this area. Perspectives and potential pathways are also described to recommend and guide researchers working on the related academic fields.
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- Alexey P. Dovzhenko
- Arbuzov Institute of Organic and Physical Chemistry, FRC Kazan Scientific Center, Russian Academy of Sciences, 8 Arbuzov str., 420088 Kazan, Russian Federation
- Aleksander Butlerov Institute of Chemistry, Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, Kremlyovskaya str., 18, 420008 Kazan, Russian Federation
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- Aleksander Butlerov Institute of Chemistry, Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, Kremlyovskaya str., 18, 420008 Kazan, Russian Federation
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- Arbuzov Institute of Organic and Physical Chemistry, FRC Kazan Scientific Center, Russian Academy of Sciences, 8 Arbuzov str., 420088 Kazan, Russian Federation
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- Kyrgyz National Agrarian University named after K.I. Skryabin, Mederov str., 68, 720005, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
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- Arbuzov Institute of Organic and Physical Chemistry, FRC Kazan Scientific Center, Russian Academy of Sciences, 8 Arbuzov str., 420088 Kazan, Russian Federation
- Aleksander Butlerov Institute of Chemistry, Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, Kremlyovskaya str., 18, 420008 Kazan, Russian Federation
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Cahyaningrum SE, Lusiana RA, Natsir TA, Muhaimin FI, Wardana AP, Purnamasari AP, Misran MB. Synthesis and characterization of chitosan-modified membrane for urea slow-release fertilizers. Heliyon 2024; 10:e34981. [PMID: 39165941 PMCID: PMC11334837 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e34981] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2024] [Revised: 07/17/2024] [Accepted: 07/19/2024] [Indexed: 08/22/2024] Open
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Background Urea is a fertilizer widely used by farmers, especially vegetable farmers, due to its high nitrogen content, around 46 %. However, plants only use a small amount of nitrogen, a maximum of 35 %, while the remaining nitrogen is wasted and released into the environment. Undeniably, it causes increases production costs and environmental problems. A slow-release urea fertilizer (SRF) has been formulated to resolve these issues. Methods In this study, the membrane was made of chitosan with several crosslinking agents such as Tripolyphosphate (TPP). In addition, calcium ion bonds are expected to increase the interaction with urea fertilizer through the encapsulation process. The results Our data showed that urea slow-release fertilizer (SRF) with the chitosan/TPP/Ca membrane, was successfully synthesized. This membrane has the characteristics of a thin white layer that is transparent. The physical and chemical characterization of SRF membranes with various coating membrane variations showed that the chitosan/TPP/Ca-urea membrane has Young's modulus of 7.75-22.05 N/mm2, swelling of 109.52-132.62 % and porosity of 0.756-1.06 %. Functional group analysis shows that several spectral changes indicate the presence of crosslinking process between the chitosan functional groups and TPP. The urea release results show that the membrane is released through a diffusion mechanism. Furthermore, SEM results show that these membranes have pores with various shapes and sizes. Conclusion Based on the result, it can be concluded that chitosan membrane modification with the addition of TPP and calcium oxide provides improved membrane characteristic cs including degree of development, hydrophobicity, membrane stress, and nitrogen release on the membrane. This membrane shows is indicating suitability as a slow-release fertilizer.
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- Sari Edi Cahyaningrum
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Jl. Ketintang, Gayungan, Surabaya, East Java, 60231, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Mathematics, Diponegoro University, Jl. Jl. Prof. Soedarto, Tembalang, Kota Semarang, Central Java, 50275, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Sekip Utara Bulaksumur, Yogyakarta, 55281, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Jl. Ketintang, Gayungan, Surabaya, East Java, 60231, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Jl. Ketintang, Gayungan, Surabaya, East Java, 60231, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Jl. Ketintang, Gayungan, Surabaya, East Java, 60231, Indonesia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia
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Ren W, Li X, Liu T, Chen N, Xin M, Liu B, Qi Q, Li G. Impact of fertilization depth on sunflower yield and nitrogen utilization: a perspective on soil nutrient and root system compatibility. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2024; 15:1440859. [PMID: 39206034 PMCID: PMC11349546 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2024.1440859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Introduction The depth of fertilizer application significantly influences soil nitrate concentration (SNC), sunflower root length density (RLD), sunflower nitrogen uptake (SNU), and yield. However, current studies cannot precisely capture subtle nutrient variations between soil layers and their complex relationships with root growth. They also struggle to assess the impact of different fertilizer application depths on sunflower root development and distribution as well as their response to the spatial and temporal distribution of nutrients. Methods The Agricultural Production Systems sIMulator (APSIM) model was employed to explore the spatial and temporal patterns of nitrogen distribution in the soil at three controlled-release fertilizer (CRF) placement depths: 5, 15, and 25 cm. This study investigated the characteristics of the root system regarding nitrogen absorption and utilization and analyzed their correlation with sunflower yield formation. Furthermore, this study introduced the modified Jaccard index (considering the compatibility between soil nitrate and root length density) to analyze soil-root interactions, providing a deeper insight into how changes in CRF placement depth affect crop growth and nitrogen uptake efficiency. Results The results indicated that a fertilization depth of 15 cm improved the modified Jaccard index by 6.60% and 7.34% compared to 5 cm and 25 cm depths, respectively, maximizing sunflower yield (an increase of 9.44%) and nitrogen absorption rate (an increase of 5.40%). This depth promoted a greater Root Length Density (RLD), with an increases of 11.95% and 16.42% compared those at 5 cm and 25 cm, respectively, enhancing deeper root growth and improving nitrogen uptake. In contrast, shallow fertilization led to higher nitrate concentrations in the topsoil, whereas deeper fertilization increased the nitrate concentrations in the deeper soil layers. Discussion These results provide valuable insights for precision agriculture and sustainable soil management, highlighting the importance of optimizing root nitrogen absorption through tailored fertilization strategies to enhance crop production efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
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- Wenhao Ren
- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot, China
- Collaborative Innovation Center for Integrated Management of Water Resources and Water Environment in the Inner Mongolia Reaches of the Yellow River, Hohhot, China
- Research and Development of Efficient Water-saving Technology and Equipment and Research Engineering Center of Soil and Water Environment Effect in Arid Area of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Hohhot, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot, China
- Collaborative Innovation Center for Integrated Management of Water Resources and Water Environment in the Inner Mongolia Reaches of the Yellow River, Hohhot, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot, China
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- College of Water Conservancy and Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Hohhot, China
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- Inner Mongolia Hetao Irrigation District Water Conservancy Development Center, Bayannur, China
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Wang X, Tian L, Wang T, Zhang E. Replacing nitrogen in mineral fertilizers with nitrogen in maize straw increases soil water-holding capacity. Sci Rep 2024; 14:9337. [PMID: 38653762 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-59974-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024] Open
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Soil water-holding capacity decreases due to long-term mineral fertilizer application. The objective of this study was to determine how replacing mineral fertilizer with maize straw affected the soil water retention curve, soil water content, soil water availability, and soil equivalent pore size. Replacement treatments in which 25% (S25), 50% (S50), 75% (S75), and 100% (S100) of 225 kg ha-1 nitrogen from mineral fertilizer (CK) was replaced with equivalent nitrogen from maize straw were conducted for five years in the Loess Plateau of China. The Gardner model was used to fit the soil water retention curve and calculate the soil water constant and equivalent pore size distribution. The results indicated that the Gardner model fitted well. Replacing nitrogen from mineral fertilizer with nitrogen from straw increased soil specific water capacity, soil readily available water, soil delayed available water, soil available water, soil capillary porosity, and soil available water porosity over time. S25 increased field capacity and wilting point from the fourth fertilization year. S50 enhanced soil readily available water, soil delayed available water, soil available water, and soil available water porosity from the fifth fertilization year, whereas S25 and S75 increased these from the third fertilization year or earlier. Soil specific water capacity, soil readily available water, soil delayed available water, soil available water, soil capillary porosity, and soil available water porosity could better reflect soil water-holding capacity and soil water supply capacity compared with field capacity and wilting point.
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- Xiaojuan Wang
- Shanxi Institute of Organic Dryland Farming, Shanxi Agricultural University, Taiyuan, 030031, Shanxi, People's Republic of China.
- College of Agriculture, Shanxi Agricultural University, Taigu, 030801, Shanxi, People's Republic of China.
- State Key Laboratory of Integrative Sustainable Dryland Agriculture (in Preparation), Shanxi Agricultural University, Taiyuan, 030031, Shanxi, People's Republic of China.
- Key Laboratory of Sustainable Dryland Agriculture (Co-Construction By Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and Shanxi Province), Shanxi Agricultural University, Taiyuan, 030031, Shanxi, People's Republic of China.
- Shanxi Province Key Laboratory of Sustainable Dryland Agriculture, Shanxi Agricultural University, Taiyuan, 030031, Shanxi, People's Republic of China.
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- College of Agriculture, Shanxi Agricultural University, Taigu, 030801, Shanxi, People's Republic of China
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- College of Agriculture, Shanxi Agricultural University, Taigu, 030801, Shanxi, People's Republic of China
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- College of Agriculture, Shanxi Agricultural University, Taigu, 030801, Shanxi, People's Republic of China
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Liu Y, Cao L, Wang L, Qi Y, Zhao Y, Lu H, Lu L, Zhang D, Wang Z, Zhang H. Preparation and Application of Degradable Lignin/Poly (Vinyl Alcohol) Polymers as Urea Slow-Release Coating Materials. Molecules 2024; 29:1699. [PMID: 38675519 PMCID: PMC11051779 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29081699] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2024] [Revised: 04/02/2024] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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The massive amount of water-soluble urea used leads to nutrient loss and environmental pollution in both water and soil. The aim of this study was to develop a novel lignin-based slow-release envelope material that has essential nitrogen and sulfur elements for plants. After the amination reaction with a hydrolysate of yak hair keratin, the coating formulation was obtained by adding different loadings (2, 5, 8, 14 wt%) of aminated lignin (AL) to 5% polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) solution. These formulations were cast into films and characterized for their structure, thermal stability, and mechanical and physicochemical properties. The results showed that the PVA-AL (8%) formulation had good physical and chemical properties in terms of water absorption and mechanical properties, and it showed good degradation in soil with 51% weight loss after 45 days. It is suitable for use as a coating material for fertilizers. Through high-pressure spraying technology, enveloped urea particles with a PVA-AL (8%) solution were obtained, which showed good morphology and slow-release performance. Compared with urea, the highest urea release was only 96.4% after 30 days, conforming to Higuchi model, Ritger-Peppas model, and second-order dynamic model. The continuous nitrogen supply of PVA-AL coated urea to Brassica napus was verified by potting experiments. Therefore, the lignin-based composite can be used as a coating material to produce a new slow-release nitrogen fertilizer for sustainable crop production.
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- Yue Liu
- China-Malaysia National Joint Laboratory, Biomedical Research Center, Northwest MinZu University, Lanzhou 730000, China; (Y.L.); (L.C.); (D.Z.); (Z.W.)
- Key Laboratory for Utility of Environment-Friendly Composite Materials and Biomass, Universities of Gansu Province, Lanzhou 730000, China; (Y.Z.); (L.L.)
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- China-Malaysia National Joint Laboratory, Biomedical Research Center, Northwest MinZu University, Lanzhou 730000, China; (Y.L.); (L.C.); (D.Z.); (Z.W.)
- Key Laboratory of Environment-Friendly Composite Materials of the State Ethnic Affairs Commission, Lanzhou 730000, China; (L.W.); (H.Z.)
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- Key Laboratory of Environment-Friendly Composite Materials of the State Ethnic Affairs Commission, Lanzhou 730000, China; (L.W.); (H.Z.)
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- Key Laboratory for Utility of Environment-Friendly Composite Materials and Biomass, Universities of Gansu Province, Lanzhou 730000, China; (Y.Z.); (L.L.)
- Key Laboratory of Environment-Friendly Composite Materials of the State Ethnic Affairs Commission, Lanzhou 730000, China; (L.W.); (H.Z.)
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- Key Laboratory for Utility of Environment-Friendly Composite Materials and Biomass, Universities of Gansu Province, Lanzhou 730000, China; (Y.Z.); (L.L.)
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- Gansu Provincial Biomass Function Composites Engineering Research Center, Lanzhou 730000, China;
- Department of Life Sciences and Biological Engineering, Northwest University for Nationalities, Lanzhou 730124, China
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- Key Laboratory for Utility of Environment-Friendly Composite Materials and Biomass, Universities of Gansu Province, Lanzhou 730000, China; (Y.Z.); (L.L.)
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- China-Malaysia National Joint Laboratory, Biomedical Research Center, Northwest MinZu University, Lanzhou 730000, China; (Y.L.); (L.C.); (D.Z.); (Z.W.)
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- China-Malaysia National Joint Laboratory, Biomedical Research Center, Northwest MinZu University, Lanzhou 730000, China; (Y.L.); (L.C.); (D.Z.); (Z.W.)
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- Key Laboratory of Environment-Friendly Composite Materials of the State Ethnic Affairs Commission, Lanzhou 730000, China; (L.W.); (H.Z.)
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Gao Y, Shao Y, Wang J, Hu B, Feng H, Qu Z, Liu Z, Zhang M, Li C, Liu Y. Effects of straw returning combined with blended controlled-release urea fertilizer on crop yields, greenhouse gas emissions, and net ecosystem economic benefits: A nine-year field trial. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 356:120633. [PMID: 38513579 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.120633] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2023] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/10/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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Although straw returning combined with blended controlled-release urea fertilizer (BUFS) has been shown to improve wheat-maize rotation system productivity, their effects on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, carbon footprints (CF), and net ecosystem economic benefits (NEEB) are still unknown. Life cycle assessment was used to investigate a long-term (2013-2022) wheat-maize rotation experiment that included straw combined with two N fertilizer types [BUFS and (conventional urea fertilizer) CUFS] and straw-free treatments (BUF and CUF). The results showed that BUFS and CUFS treatments increased the annual yield by 13.8% and 11.5%, respectively, compared to BUF and CUF treatments. The BUFS treatment increased the yearly yield by 13.8% compared to the CUFS treatment. Since BUFS and CUFS treatments increased soil organic carbon (SOC) sink sequestration by 25.0% and 27.0% compared to BUF and CUF treatments, they reduced annual GHG emissions by 7.1% and 4.7% and CF per unit of yield (CFY) by 13.7% and 9.6%, respectively. BUFS treatment also increased SOC sink sequestration by 20.3%, reduced GHG emissions by 10.7% and CFY by 23.0% compared to CUFS treatment. It is worth noting that the BUFS and CUFS treatments increased the annual ecological costs by 41.6%, 26.9%, and health costs by 70.1% and 46.7% compared to the BUF and CUF treatments, but also increased the net yield benefits by 9.8%, 6.8%, and the soil nutrient cycling values by 29.2%, 27.3%, and finally improved the NEEB by 10.1%, 7.3%, respectively. Similar results were obtained for the BUFS treatment compared to the CUFS treatment, ultimately improving the NEEB by 23.1%. Based on assessing yield, GHG emissions, CF, and NEEB indicators, the BUFS treatment is recommended as an ideal agricultural fertilization model to promote sustainable and clean production in the wheat-maize rotation system and to protect the agroecological environment.
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- Yongxiang Gao
- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong, 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong, 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong, 271018, China
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- Agricultural Technology Promotion Center of Shandong Province, Jinan, Shandong, 270001, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong, 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong, 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong, 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong, 271018, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong, 271018, China.
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- National Engineering Research Center for Efficient Utilization of Soil and Fertilizer Resources, College of Recourses and Environment, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian, Shandong, 271018, China.
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Yang M, Zhang J, Sun Z, Sun D. All-Natural Plant-Derived Polyurethane as a Substitute of a Petroleum-Based Polymer Coating Material. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2024; 72:6444-6453. [PMID: 38502525 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.4c00141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
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The development of efficient, biobased polyurethane controlled-release fertilizers from sustainable and eco-friendly biomaterials has received increased research attention, owing to concerns regarding global food security and environmental sustainability. Most previous studies focused on replacing petroleum-based polyols with biopolyols; however, the other main raw material, isocyanate, remained a petrochemical product. Herein, all-natural, plant-derived polyurethane-coated urea was successfully developed using castor oil and biobased isocyanate, and the performance of the coating shell before and after modification was compared. The results showed that the incorporation of a low dose of lauric acid copper into the coating material simultaneously enhanced the hydrophobicity and elasticity of the all-biobased polyurethane membrane, which prolonged the nitrogen release longevity from 3 to 112 days. In addition, the modified membrane showed excellent biodegradability in a soil environment. The novel all-biobased polyurethane coating material and modification technique provide insight for developing sustainable and eco-friendly controlled-release fertilizers.
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- Ming Yang
- College of Land and Environment, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, Liaoning, China
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- College of Land and Environment, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, Liaoning, China
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- College of Land and Environment, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, Liaoning, China
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- College of Water Conservancy, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, Liaoning, China
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Mao X, Gu J, Wang F, Wang K, Liu R, Hong Y, Wang Y, Han F. Yield, Quality, and Nitrogen Leaching of Open-Field Tomato in Response to Different Nitrogen Application Measures in Northwestern China. PLANTS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 13:924. [PMID: 38611454 PMCID: PMC11013213 DOI: 10.3390/plants13070924] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2024] [Revised: 03/10/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024]
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The overuse of fertilizers in open-field tomato leads to soil deterioration through nutrient leaching and increases the risk of agricultural non-point source contamination. Currently, the combined effects of different fertilization methods on soil nitrogen leaching and tomato production are still unclear. Therefore, the most effective fertilization method for open-field tomato should be discovered by examining how different fertilization methods affected tomato yield and quality, nitrogen use efficiency (NUE), and soil nitrogen leaching. Compared with CK (no fertilization), fertilization significantly increased the yield, total sugar (TS), total soluble solids (TSS), and vitamin C (vC) contents of fruits (p < 0.05), and OPT (optimal fertilization, controlled release nitrogen application, 240 kg ha-1) had the largest effect on increasing yield, quality, and net profit. However, when the fertilizer application rate reached 375 kg ha-1, these indices decreased. Nitrogen leaching concentrations, leaching amount, and titratable acids (TAs) increased with increased nitrogen application rates. Compared with other treatments, OPT reduced the total leaching amounts of total nitrogen (TN), nitrate nitrogen (NO3--N), and ammonia nitrogen (NH4+-N) by 30.09-51.79%, 24.89-50.03%, and 30-65%, respectively. Principal component analysis (PCA) showed that OPT achieved the highest overall score in terms of yield, quality, and nitrogen leaching conditions. The partial least squares path modeling (PLS-PM) further reveals that applications of high amounts of nitorigen have a positive effect on soil nitrogen leaching. The amount of nitrogen leaching vegetatively affects tomato yield and quality, while plant uptake of nitrogen positively affects tomato production. These findings confirm the importance of using controlled-release fertilizers and reducing nitrogen inputs to control nitrogen leaching and enhance open-field tomato yields.
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- Xinping Mao
- State Key Laboratory of Soil Erosion and Dryland Farming on the Loess Plateau, College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A & F University, Xianyang 712100, China; (X.M.); (K.W.)
- Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Ningxia Academy of Agro-Forestry Science, Yinchuan 750002, China; (F.W.); (R.L.); (Y.H.); (Y.W.)
- National Agricultural Environment Yinchuan Observation and Experiment Station, Ningxia Academy of Agro-Forestry Science, Yinchuan 750002, China
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- Institute of Plant Nutrition, Resources and Environment, Beijing Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences, Beijing 100097, China;
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- Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Ningxia Academy of Agro-Forestry Science, Yinchuan 750002, China; (F.W.); (R.L.); (Y.H.); (Y.W.)
- National Agricultural Environment Yinchuan Observation and Experiment Station, Ningxia Academy of Agro-Forestry Science, Yinchuan 750002, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Soil Erosion and Dryland Farming on the Loess Plateau, College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A & F University, Xianyang 712100, China; (X.M.); (K.W.)
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- Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Ningxia Academy of Agro-Forestry Science, Yinchuan 750002, China; (F.W.); (R.L.); (Y.H.); (Y.W.)
- National Agricultural Environment Yinchuan Observation and Experiment Station, Ningxia Academy of Agro-Forestry Science, Yinchuan 750002, China
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- Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Ningxia Academy of Agro-Forestry Science, Yinchuan 750002, China; (F.W.); (R.L.); (Y.H.); (Y.W.)
- National Agricultural Environment Yinchuan Observation and Experiment Station, Ningxia Academy of Agro-Forestry Science, Yinchuan 750002, China
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- Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Ningxia Academy of Agro-Forestry Science, Yinchuan 750002, China; (F.W.); (R.L.); (Y.H.); (Y.W.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Soil Erosion and Dryland Farming on the Loess Plateau, College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A & F University, Xianyang 712100, China; (X.M.); (K.W.)
- Research Center on Soil & Water Conservation, Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Chinese Academy of Sciences Ministry of Water Resources, Xianyang 712100, China
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Wang J, Han Y, Zhou C, Xu T, Qu Z, Ma B, Yuan M, Wang L, Liu Y, Li Q, Ding X, Qian C, Ma B. Effects of depth of straw returning on maize yield potential and greenhouse gas emissions. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2024; 15:1344647. [PMID: 38450409 PMCID: PMC10915011 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2024.1344647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 03/08/2024]
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Appropriate straw incorporation has ample agronomic and environmental benefits, but most studies are limited to straw mulching or application on the soil surface. To determine the effect of depth of straw incorporation on the crop yield, soil organic carbon (SOC), total nitrogen (TN) and greenhouse gas emission, a total of 4 treatments were set up in this study, which comprised no straw returning (CK), straw returning at 15 cm (S15), straw returning at 25 cm (S25) and straw returning at 40 cm (S40). The results showed that straw incorporation significantly increased SOC, TN and C:N ratio. Compared with CK treatments, substantial increases in the grain yield (by 4.17~5.49% for S15 and 6.64~10.06% for S25) were observed under S15 and S25 treatments. S15 and S25 could significantly improve the carbon and nitrogen status of the 0-40 cm soil layer, thereby increased maize yield. The results showed that the maize yield was closely related to the soil carbon and nitrogen index of the 0-40 cm soil layer. In order to further evaluate the environmental benefits of straw returning, this study measured the global warming potential (GWP) and greenhouse gas emission intensity (GHGI). Compared with CK treatments, the GWP of S15, S25 and S40 treatments was increased by 9.35~20.37%, 4.27~7.67% and 0.72~6.14%, respectively, among which the S15 treatment contributed the most to the GWP of farmland. GHGI is an evaluation index of low-carbon agriculture at this stage, which takes into account both crop yield and global warming potential. In this study, GHGI showed a different trend from GWP. Compared with CK treatments, the S25 treatments had no significant difference in 2020, and decreased significantly in 2021 and 2022. This is due to the combined effect of maize yield and cumulative greenhouse gas emissions, indicating that the appropriate straw returning method can not only reduce the intensity of greenhouse gas emissions but also improve soil productivity and enhance the carbon sequestration effect of farmland soil, which is an ideal soil improvement and fertilization measure.
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- Junqiang Wang
- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Branch of Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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- Institute of Tillage and Cultivation, Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Harbin, China
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- Heilongjiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Qiqihar, China
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Wu K, Shi R, Du C, Ma F, Gan F. A facile strategy to fabricate lignocellulose-based slow-release fertilizers via a high-performance treatment of rice straw using deep eutectic solvents. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 257:128582. [PMID: 38056751 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.128582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Revised: 11/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023]
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Lignin-based slow-release fertilizers (SRFs) have attracted widespread attention due to their ability to enhance nutrient utilization efficiency and reduce environmental pollution in agricultural production. However, the extraction and separation processes of lignin from biomass sources are intricate, involving substantial quantities of non-reusable toxic reagents. Here, a sustainable and eco-friendly approach using deep eutectic solvents (DES) was employed to treat rice straw, effectively dissolving the lignin present. Subsequently, the in-situ lignin regeneration was facilitated through the addition of a zinc chloride solution. The regenerated lignin was tightly wrapped around and connected to cellulose micro/nanofibers, forming a homogeneous slurry. A simple coating technique was employed to uniformly coat urea particles with the lignocellulosic slurry, yielding lignocellulose-based SRFs. Results revealed that the nutrient release of the lignocellulose-based coated fertilizers in water exceeded 56 days. A pot trial demonstrated that the application of lignocellulose-based SRFs significantly promoted the growth of rice and improved grain yield (by 10.7 %) and nitrogen use efficiency (by 34.4 %) compared to the urea treatment in rice production. Furthermore, the DES demonstrated consistently high efficiency in biomass processing even after four cycles of reuse. This green strategy offers a novel approach for the preparation of SRFs coating materials, promoting agricultural sustainability.
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- Ke Wu
- College of Environment and Ecology, Jiangsu Open University, Nanjing 210017, China
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- College of Environment and Ecology, Jiangsu Open University, Nanjing 210017, China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Soil and Sustainable Agriculture, Institute of Soil Science Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing 210008, China
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- The State Key Laboratory of Soil and Sustainable Agriculture, Institute of Soil Science Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing 210008, China
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- College of Environment and Ecology, Jiangsu Open University, Nanjing 210017, China.
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Tricase A, Alhenaki B, Marchianò V, Torsi L, Gupta R, Bollella P. Bioelectrochemically triggered apoferritin-based bionanoreactors: synthesis of CdSe nanoparticles and monitoring with leaky waveguides. NANOSCALE ADVANCES 2024; 6:516-523. [PMID: 38235094 PMCID: PMC10790968 DOI: 10.1039/d3na01046e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024]
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Herein, we describe a novel method for producing cadmium-selenide nanoparticles (CdSe NPs) with controlled size using apoferritin as a bionanoreactor triggered by local pH change at the electrode/solution interface. Apoferritin is known for its reversible self-assembly at alkaline pH. The pH change is induced electrochemically by reducing O2 through the application of sufficiently negative voltages and bioelectrochemically through O2 reduction catalyzed by laccase, co-immobilized with apoferritin on the electrode surface. Specifically, a Ti electrode is modified with (3-aminopropyl)triethoxysilane, followed by glutaraldehyde cross-linking (1.5% v/v in H2O) of apoferritin (as the bionanoreactor) and laccase (as the local pH change triggering system). This proposed platform offers a universal approach for controlling the synthesis of semiconductor NPs within a bionanoreactor solely driven by (bio)electrochemical inputs. The CdSe NPs obtained through different synthetic approaches, namely electrochemical and bioelectrochemical, were characterized spectroscopically (UV-Vis, Raman, XRD) and morphologically (TEM). Finally, we conducted online monitoring of CdSe NPs formation within the apoferritin core by integrating the electrochemical system with LWs. The quantity of CdSe NPs produced through bioelectrochemical means was determined to be 2.08 ± 0.12 mg after 90 minutes of voltage application in the presence of O2. TEM measurements revealed that the bioelectrochemically synthesized CdSe NPs have a diameter of 4 ± 1 nm, accounting for 85% of the size distribution, a result corroborated by XRD data. Further research is needed to explore the synthesis of nanoparticles using different biological nanoreactors, as the process can be challenging due to the elevated buffer capacitance of biological media.
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- Angelo Tricase
- Department of Chemistry, University of Bari Aldo Moro Via E. Orabona, 4 70125 Bari Italy
- Centre for Colloid and Surface Science, University of Bari Aldo Moro Via E. Orabona, 4 70125 Bari Italy
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- School of Chemistry, University of Birmingham Birmingham B15 2TT UK
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Bari Aldo Moro Via E. Orabona, 4 70125 Bari Italy
- Centre for Colloid and Surface Science, University of Bari Aldo Moro Via E. Orabona, 4 70125 Bari Italy
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Bari Aldo Moro Via E. Orabona, 4 70125 Bari Italy
- Centre for Colloid and Surface Science, University of Bari Aldo Moro Via E. Orabona, 4 70125 Bari Italy
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- School of Chemistry, University of Birmingham Birmingham B15 2TT UK
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Bari Aldo Moro Via E. Orabona, 4 70125 Bari Italy
- Centre for Colloid and Surface Science, University of Bari Aldo Moro Via E. Orabona, 4 70125 Bari Italy
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Beig B, Niazi MBK, Sher F, Jahan Z, Zia M, Shah GA, Ghfar AA, Iqbal Z. Development and testing of environment friendly nanohybrid coatings for sustainable agriculture technologies. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2024; 240:117546. [PMID: 37914011 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 10/02/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023]
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Less than 50% of the applied urea fertilizer is taken up by plants due to poor nitrogen (N) use efficiency which affects overall agricultural productivity and leads to serious environmental and economic problems. Additionally, soils with high salinity might limit zinc (Zn) availability. Low Zn use efficiency (<30%) when applied as synthetic salts, e.g., zinc sulfate has therefore minimized their applicability. Within the past two decades, nanotechnology has gained a lot of interest in the development of effective nano fertilizers with high nutrient use efficiency (NUE). In this perspective, the approach of coating conventional fertilizers with nano materials especially, the ones which are essential nutrients has researched because of their high use efficiency and reduced losses. In this work, a novel and innovative formulation of hybrid nano fertilizer has been prepared for the sustainable release of nutrients. Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs <50 nm) were incorporated into the biodegradable polymer (gelatin) and coated on urea using a fluidized bed coater. Among all the formulations, GZnSNPs (1.5% gelatin+0.5% elemental Zn as ZnO-NPs) showed a significant delay in urea release (<80 %) after 120 min). The sand column experiment showed sustainable Zn release for GZnSNPs i.e., 2.7 ppm vs. 3.5 ppm (GZnS) after the 6th day. Moreover, a substantial increase in wheat grain yield (6500 kg/ha), N uptake (46.5 kg/ha) and Zn uptake (21.64 g/ha) were observed for fields amended with GZnSNPs. The composition of GZnSNPs was valuable since this attracted the highest return relative to the other treatments. Gelatin supplied small N-containing molecules, resulting in extra value addition with ZnO-NPs thus increasing yield and fertilizer properties more relative to the same amount of elemental Zn given via bulk salt. Therefore, the findings of the current study recommend the use of ZnO-NPs in the agricultural sector without any negative effects on yield and NUE.
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- Bilal Beig
- Department of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical and Materials Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical and Materials Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan.
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- Department of Engineering, School of Science and Technology, Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham, NG11 8NS, United Kingdom.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, School of Chemical and Materials Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan
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- Research and Development Department, Fauji Fertilizer Company Limited, Head Office 156-The Mall, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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- Department of Agronomy, PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Murree Road, Rawalpindi, Punjab, 10370, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Murree Road, Rawalpindi, Punjab 46300, Pakistan
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Drozd A, Ju Y, Kołodyńska D. Improved Soil Amendment by Integrating Metal Complexes and Biodegradable Complexing Agents in Superabsorbents. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 17:141. [PMID: 38203996 PMCID: PMC10779777 DOI: 10.3390/ma17010141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/23/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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The superabsorbents' application as materials for the preparation of modern mineral fertilizers of controlled activity is presented. Under the static conditions, the commercial acrylic-based Agro® Hydrogel was used as a sorbent for Cu(II), Fe(III), Mn(II), and Zn(II) ions in the presence of three biodegradable complexing agents of the new generation: (N-1,2-dicarboxyethyl)-D,L-aspartate acid (IDHA), N,N-ethylenediaminedisuccinic acid (EDDS) and N,N-bis(carboxymethyl) glutamic acid (GLDA). The ions and complexes concentrations were determined by the inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometer (ICP-OES). The characterization of hydrogel before and after the adsorption process was made using the Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), surface area determination (ASAP), scanning electron microscopy (SEM-EDS) as well as the thermogravimetric (TGA) methods. The influence of the phase contact time, initial concentration, and pH on the adsorption capacities was investigated. The kinetic and adsorption parameters were determined. The Langmuir, Freundlich, Dubinin-Radushkevich, and Temkin adsorption models were applied to describe the experimental data. The Langmuir isotherm model accurately characterized the equilibrium process. The adsorption process was fast, and it reached equilibrium after 60 min of the phase contact time. The research on the adsorption of Cu(II), Fe(III), Mn(II), and Zn(II) onto Agro® Hydrogel with IDHA, EDDS, and GLDA indicates that these complexing agents improve process efficiency.
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- Alicja Drozd
- Analytical Department, Łukasiewicz Research Network—New Chemical Syntheses Institute, Al. Tysiąclecia Państwa Polskiego 13a, 24-110 Puławy, Poland;
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- Nanjing Institute of Environmental Sciences, Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE), Nanjing 510655, China;
- Innovative Laboratory for Environmental Functional Materials and Environmental Applications of Microwave Irradiation, South China Subcenter of State Environmental Dioxin Monitoring Center, South China Institute of Environmental Sciences, Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE), Guangzhou 510655, China
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- Faculty of Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Science, Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Maria Curie-Sklodowska University, M. Curie-Sklodowska Sq. 2, 20-031 Lublin, Poland
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Salimi M, Channab BE, El Idrissi A, Zahouily M, Motamedi E. A comprehensive review on starch: Structure, modification, and applications in slow/controlled-release fertilizers in agriculture. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 322:121326. [PMID: 37839830 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Revised: 08/20/2023] [Accepted: 08/21/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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This comprehensive review thoroughly examines starch's structure, modifications, and applications in slow/controlled-release fertilizers (SRFs) for agricultural purposes. The review begins by exploring starch's unique structure and properties, providing insights into its molecular arrangement and physicochemical characteristics. Various methods of modifying starch, including physical, chemical, and enzymatic techniques, are discussed, highlighting their ability to impart desirable properties such as controlled release and improved stability. The review then focuses on the applications of starch in the development of SRFs. It emphasizes the role of starch-based hydrogels as effective nutrient carriers, enabling their sustained release to plants over extended periods. Additionally, incorporating starch-based hydrogel nano-composites are explored, highlighting their potential in optimizing nutrient release profiles and promoting plant growth. Furthermore, the review highlights the benefits of starch-based fertilizers in enhancing plant growth and crop yield while minimizing nutrient losses. It presents case studies and field trials demonstrating starch-based formulations' efficacy in promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Overall, this review consolidates current knowledge on starch, its modifications, and its applications in SRFs, providing valuable insights into the potential of starch-based formulations to improve nutrient management, boost crop productivity, and support sustainable agriculture.
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- Mehri Salimi
- Soil Science Department, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran
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- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Natural Resources Valorization, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca, B.P. 146, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Natural Resources Valorization, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca, B.P. 146, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Materials, Catalysis & Natural Resources Valorization, URAC 24, Faculty of Science and Technology, Hassan II University, Casablanca, B.P. 146, Morocco; Natural Resources Valorization Center, Moroccan Foundation for Advanced Science, Innovation and Research, Rabat, Morocco; Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Ben Guerir, Morocco
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- Department of Nanotechnology, Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute of Iran (ABRII), Agricultural Research Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), Karaj, Iran.
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Shanmugavel D, Rusyn I, Solorza-Feria O, Kamaraj SK. Sustainable SMART fertilizers in agriculture systems: A review on fundamentals to in-field applications. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 904:166729. [PMID: 37678530 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.166729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2023] [Revised: 08/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/29/2023] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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Agriculture will face the issue of ensuring food security for a growing global population without compromising environmental security as demand for the world's food systems increases in the next decades. To provide enough food and reduce the harmful effects of chemical fertilization and improper disposal or reusing of agricultural wastes on the environment, will be required to apply current technologies in agroecosystems. Combining biotechnology and nanotechnology has the potential to transform agricultural practices and offer answers to both immediate and long-term issues. This review study seeks to identify, categorize, and characterize the so-called smart fertilizers as the future frontier of sustainable agriculture. The conventional fertilizer and smart fertilizers in general are covered in the first section of this review. Another key barrier preventing the widespread use of smart fertilizers in agriculture is the high cost of materials. Nevertheless, smart fertilizers are widely represented on the world market and are actively used in farms that have already switched to sustainable technologies. The advantages and disadvantages of various raw materials used to create smart fertilizers, with a focus on inorganic and organic materials, synthetic and natural polymers, along with their physical and chemical preparation processes, are contrasted in the following sections. The rate and the mechanism of release are covered. The purpose of this study is to provide a deep understanding of the advancements in smart fertilizers during the last ten years. Trends are also recognized and studied to provide insight for upcoming agricultural research projects.
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- Divya Shanmugavel
- Programa de Nanociencias y Nanotecnología, CINVESTAV - IPN, Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Group, A. Postal 14-760, 07360 CDMX, Mexico
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- Department of Ecology and Sustainable Environmental Management, Viacheslav Chornovil Institute of Sustainable Development, Lviv Polytechnic National University, Stepan Bandera St., 12, Lviv, 79013, Ukraine
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- Department of Chemistry, CINVESTAV - IPN, Hydrogen, and Fuel Cells Group, A. Postal 14-760, 07360 CDMX, Mexico.
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- Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN)-Centro de Investigación en Ciencia Aplicada y Tecnología Avanzada, Unidad Altamira (CICATA-Altamira), Carretera Tampico-Puerto Industrial Altamira Km 14.5, C. Manzano, Industrial Altamira, 89600 Altamira, Tamps., Mexico.
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Wang Y, Li J, Lin R, Gu D, Zhou Y, Li H, Yang X. Recommended Values for the Hydrophobicity and Mechanical Properties of Coating Materials Usable for Preparing Controlled-Release Fertilizers. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:4687. [PMID: 38139939 PMCID: PMC10746998 DOI: 10.3390/polym15244687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Revised: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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The hydrophobicity and mechanical properties of coating materials and the nitrogen (N) release rates of 11 kinds of controlled-release fertilizers (CRFs) were determined in this study. The results show that the N release periods of the CRFs had negative correlations with the water absorption (WA) of the coating materials (y = 166.06x-1.24, r = 0.986), while they were positively correlated with the water contact angle (WCA) and elongation at break (EB) (y = 37.28x0.18, r = 0.701; y = -19.42 + 2.57x, r = 0.737). According to the fitted functional equation, CRFs that could fulfil the N release period of 30 days had a coating material WA < 2.4%, WCA > 68.8°, and EB > 57.7%. The recommended values for a CRF that can fulfil the N release period of 30 days are WA < 3.0%, WCA > 60.0°, and EB > 30.0% in the coating materials. CRFs with different nutrient release periods can be designed according to the recommended values to meet the needs of different crops. Furthermore, our experiments have illustrated that the N release period target of 30 days can be reached for modified sulfur-coated fertilizers (MSCFs) by improving their mechanical properties.
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- State Key Laboratory of Efficient Utilization of Arid and Semi-arid Arable Land in Northern China/Key Laboratory of Plant Nutrition and Fertilizer, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs/the Institute of Agricultural Resources and Regional Planning, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Beijing 100081, China; (Y.W.); (J.L.); (R.L.); (D.G.); (Y.Z.); (H.L.)
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Sarkis LF, Dutra MP, Oliveira DP, Fernandes TJ, de Souza TR, Builes VR, Guelfi D. Ammonia volatization from conventional and stabilized fertilizers, agronomic aspects and microbiological attributes in a Brazilian coffee crop system. FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2023; 14:1291662. [PMID: 38143574 PMCID: PMC10739428 DOI: 10.3389/fpls.2023.1291662] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023]
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We aimed to quantify the N losses through volatilization of the main conventional and stabilized N fertilizers applied in coffee plantations. Additionally, we also assessed microbiological attributes of the soil (microbial biomass carbon (MBC); microbial biomass nitrogen (MBN); microbial basal respiration (MBR); metabolic quotient (qCO2); urease, β-glucosidase, acid phosphatase, and arylsulfatase activities) and agronomic aspects of the crop (N content in the leaves and beans, yield, and N exportation by the beans). Treatments consisted of the combination of three fertilizers (ammonium nitrate - AN, conventional urea - U, and urea with N- (n-butyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NBPT) - UNBPT, and five doses of N (0, 150, 275, 400, and 525 kg ha-1 year-1 of N), with four replicates, totalling 60 experimental plots. In the two crop seasons evaluated, daily and cumulative losses of N-NH3 from the split fertilizer applications were influenced by the N fertilizer technologies. The application of U resulted in losses of 22.0% and 22.8% for the doses of 150 and 400 kg ha-1 year-1 of N. This means that 66 and 182 kg ha-1 of N-NH3 were lost, respectively, at the end of six fertilizations with U. UNBPT reduced urease activity and N-NH3 losses compared to conventional urea, avoiding the volatilization of 15.9 and 24.3 kg ha-1 of N. As for AN, N-NH3 losses did not exceed 1% of the applied dose, regardless of the weather conditions during the fertilization. Urease activity was higher on days of maximum NH3 volatilization. There was an effect of the N sources (NS), soil sampling time (ST), and their interaction (NS × ST) on the MBN and arylsulfatase activity. The N sources also influenced the MBC and the qCO2. A substantial amount of N was removed from the system by the beans and husks of the harvested fruits. Our study showed that N fertilizer technologies are interesting options to reduce N-NH3 losses by volatilization, increase N retention in the soil, and improve microbiological attributes and the sustainability of coffee production systems.
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- Department of Soil Science, Federal University of Lavras, Lavras, MG, Brazil
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- Department of Soil Science, Federal University of Lavras, Lavras, MG, Brazil
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Riseh RS, Vazvani MG, Kennedy JF. The application of chitosan as a carrier for fertilizer: A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 252:126483. [PMID: 37625747 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2023] [Revised: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023]
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The smart combination of agriculture and other sciences can greatly reduce the limits of fertilizer use. Chitosan is a linear amino polysaccharide with a rigid structure which has hydrophilic and crystal properties. The formation of intermolecular hydrogen bonds the presence of reactive groups and cross-linking, the formation of salts with organic and inorganic acids with complexing and chelating properties ionic conductivity, film formation are the characteristics of chitosan. With the presence of amino groups, chitosan can form a complex with other compounds and also enter the vascular system of plants and lead to the activation of metabolic-physiological pathways of plants. This polymeric compound can bond with other natural polymers and in combination with fertilizers and nutritional elements, on the one hand, it can provide the nutritional needs of the plant and on the other hand, it also helps to improve the soil texture. Chitosan nanomaterials as a Next-generation fertilizers act as plant immune system enhancers through slow, controlled, and targeted delivery of nutrients to plants. Chitosan can assist agricultural researchers and has become an ideal and effective option with its many applications in various fields.
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- Roohallah Saberi Riseh
- Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Vali-e-Asr University of Rafsanjan, 7718897111 Rafsanjan, Iran.
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- Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Vali-e-Asr University of Rafsanjan, 7718897111 Rafsanjan, Iran
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- Chembiotech Laboratories Ltd, WR15 8FF Tenbury Wells, United Kingdom.
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Li H, Li D, Xu S, Wang Z, Chen X, Ding Y, Chu Q, Sha Z. Hydrothermal carbonization of biogas slurry and cattle manure into soil conditioner mitigates ammonia volatilization from paddy soil. CHEMOSPHERE 2023; 344:140378. [PMID: 37806332 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.140378] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 09/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/05/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023]
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Hydrothermal carbonization of biogas slurry and animal manure into hydrochar could enhance waste recycling waste and minimize ammonia (NH3) volatilization from paddy fields. In this study, cattle manure-derived hydrochar prepared in the presence of Milli-Q water (CMWH) and biogas slurry (CMBSH), and biogas slurry-based hydrochar embedded with zeolite (ZHC) were applied to rice-paddy soil. The results demonstrated that CMBSH and ZHC treatments could significantly mitigate the cumulative NH3 volatilization and yield-scale NH3 volatilization by 27.9-45.2% and 28.5-45.4%, respectively, compared to the control group (without hydrochar addition), and significantly correlated with pH and ammonium-nitrogen (NH4+-N) concentration in floodwater. Nitrogen (N) loss via NH3 volatilization in the control group accounted for 24.9% of the applied N fertilizer, whereas CMBSH- and ZHC-amended treatments accounted for 13.6-17.9% of N in applied fertilizer. The reduced N loss improved soil N retention and availability for rice; consequently, grain N content significantly increased by 6.5-14.9% and N-use efficiency increased by 6.4-16.0% (P < 0.05), respectively. Based on linear fitting results, NH3 volatilization mitigation resulted from lower pH and NH4+-N concentration in floodwater that resulted from the acidic property and specific surface area of hydrochar treatments. Moreover, NH3-oxidizing archaea abundance in hydrochar-treated soil decreased by 40.9-46.9% in response to CMBSH and ZHC treatments, potentially suppressing NH4+-N transformation into nitrate and improving soil NH4+-N retention capacity. To date, this study applied biogas slurry-based hydrochar into paddy soil for the first time and demonstrated that ZHC significantly mitigated NH3 and increased N content. Overall, this study proposes an environmental-friendly strategy to recycle the wastes, biogas slurry, to the paddy fields to mitigate NH3 volatilization and increase grain yield of rice.
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- Huiting Li
- School of Earth and Environment, Anhui University of Science and Technology, Huainan, 232001, China
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- School of Earth and Environment, Anhui University of Science and Technology, Huainan, 232001, China; School of Agriculture and Biology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China
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- School of Agriculture and Biology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China
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- Shanghai Academy of Environmental Sciences, Shanghai, 200233, China; College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- Department of Physiology, Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Pathogenesis and Prevention of Neurological Disorders and State Key Disciplines, Physiology, School of Basic Medicine, Medical College, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China
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- School of Agriculture and Biology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China
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- Centro de Biotecnología y Genómica de Plantas (UPM-INIA). Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Campus de Montegancedo, Madrid, 28223, Spain.
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- School of Agriculture and Biology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, China.
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Barreras-Urbina C, Rodríguez-Félix F, Cárdenas-López JL, Plascencia-Jatomea M, Pérez-Tello M, Ledesma-Osuna AI, Madera-Santana TJ, Tapia-Hernández JA, Castro-Enríquez DD. Effect of a Prolonged-Release System of Urea on Nitrogen Losses and Microbial Population Changes in Two Types of Agricultural Soil. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:42319-42328. [PMID: 38024718 PMCID: PMC10652818 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c04572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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Urea is the nitrogen-containing fertilizer most used in agricultural fields; however, the nutrient given by the urea is lost into the environment. The aim of this research was to determine the effect of two soil textures by applying a prolonged-release system of urea (PRSU) on the N losses. This research shows an important decrease of the nitrate and ammonium losses from 24.91 to 87.94%. Also, the microbiological population increases after the application of the PRSU. It was concluded that both soil textures presented the same loss-reduction pattern, where the N from the nitrates and ammonium was reduced in the leachates, increasing the quality of the soil and the microbial population in both soil textures after the PRSU application.
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- Carlos
Gregorio Barreras-Urbina
- Departamento
de Investigación y Posgrado en Alimentos (DIPA), Universidad de Sonora, Hermosillo, Sonora 83000 Mexico
- Centro
de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo, A. C., Coordinación de Tecnología de Alimentos
de Origen Vegetal, Carretera
Gustavo Enrique Astiazarán Rosas Núm. 46. La Victoria, C.P., 83304 Hermosillo, Sonora México
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- Departamento
de Investigación y Posgrado en Alimentos (DIPA), Universidad de Sonora, Hermosillo, Sonora 83000 Mexico
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- Departamento
de Investigación y Posgrado en Alimentos (DIPA), Universidad de Sonora, Hermosillo, Sonora 83000 Mexico
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- Departamento
de Investigación y Posgrado en Alimentos (DIPA), Universidad de Sonora, Hermosillo, Sonora 83000 Mexico
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- Departamento
de Ingeniería Química y Metalurgia, Universidad de Sonora, Hermosillo, Sonora 83000 Mexico
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- Departamento
de Investigación y Posgrado en Alimentos (DIPA), Universidad de Sonora, Hermosillo, Sonora 83000 Mexico
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- Centro
de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo, A. C., Coordinación de Tecnología de Alimentos
de Origen Vegetal, Carretera
Gustavo Enrique Astiazarán Rosas Núm. 46. La Victoria, C.P., 83304 Hermosillo, Sonora México
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- Departamento
de Investigación y Posgrado en Alimentos (DIPA), Universidad de Sonora, Hermosillo, Sonora 83000 Mexico
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Briassoulis D. Agricultural plastics as a potential threat to food security, health, and environment through soil pollution by microplastics: Problem definition. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 892:164533. [PMID: 37285997 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.164533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Revised: 05/26/2023] [Accepted: 05/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The dynamic expansion of the Agricultural Plastics (AP) use has allowed for improved agricultural products quality, yields, and enhanced sustainability along with multiple benefits for the Agrifood sector. The present work investigates the relationship of AP characteristics, use and End-of-Life (EoL) practices with degradation and potential generation of micro-, nanoparticles (MNP) in soil. The composition, functionalities, and degradation behaviour of the contemporary conventional and biodegradable AP categories are systematically analysed. Their market dynamics are briefly presented. The risk and the conditions for the AP potential role in soil pollution and possible MNP generation are analysed based on a qualitative risk assessment approach. AP are classified from high to low-risk products with respect to their probability for soil contamination by MNP based on worst-best scenarios. Proposed alternative sustainable solutions to eliminate the risks are briefly presented for each AP category. Characteristic quantitative estimations of soil pollution by MNP generated by AP are presented for selected case studies reported in the literature. The significance of various indirect sources of agricultural soil pollution by MNP is analysed allowing for appropriate risk mitigation strategies and policies to be designed and implemented.
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- Demetres Briassoulis
- Department of Natural Resources & Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural University of Athens, 75, Iera Odos Str, 11855 Athens, Greece.
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Yuan S, Zhou T, Tan Z. New Straw Coating Material for Improving the Slow-Release Performance of Fertilizers. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:39818-39826. [PMID: 37574720 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c06408] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/15/2023]
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In this work, we extracted cellulose from agricultural waste and produced a new straw coating material (ethyl cellulose, EC) through a series of modification operations. The slow-release properties of ethyl cellulose-coated urea (EU) and its absorption and utilization by plants were evaluated. The surface of EU can form a smooth and fine film, and the initial nutrient release rate is only 37.91% that of the uncoated fertilizer. Compared with common urea, the nitrogen of plants cultivated with EU increased by 17.69%, and the leached nitrogen decreased by 61.29%, indicating that EU can reduce nitrogen waste to the greatest extent and continuously supply nutrients to crops. Therefore, the application of EU could be a more practical, environmentally friendly, and sustainable alternative to nitrogen fertilizers.
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- Shengnan Yuan
- Hubei Key Laboratory of Soil Environment and Pollution Remediation, College of Resources and Environment, Huazhong Agricultural University, No. 1 Lion Hill Street, Hongshan District, Wuhan 430070, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Power Systems, Department of Energy and Power Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, People's Republic of China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Soil Environment and Pollution Remediation, College of Resources and Environment, Huazhong Agricultural University, No. 1 Lion Hill Street, Hongshan District, Wuhan 430070, People's Republic of China
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Abdul Khalil HPS, Jha K, Yahya EB, Panchal S, Patel N, Garai A, Kumari S, Jameel M. Insights into the Potential of Biopolymeric Aerogels as an Advanced Soil-Fertilizer Delivery Systems. Gels 2023; 9:666. [PMID: 37623121 PMCID: PMC10453695 DOI: 10.3390/gels9080666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2023] [Revised: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Soil fertilizers have the potential to significantly increase crop yields and improve plant health by providing essential nutrients to the soil. The use of fertilizers can also help to improve soil structure and fertility, leading to more resilient and sustainable agricultural systems. However, overuse or improper use of fertilizers can lead to soil degradation, which can reduce soil fertility, decrease crop yields, and damage ecosystems. Thus, several attempts have been made to overcome the issues related to the drawbacks of fertilizers, including the development of an advanced fertilizer delivery system. Biopolymer aerogels show promise as an innovative solution to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of soil-fertilizer delivery systems. Further research and development in this area could lead to the widespread adoption of biopolymer aerogels in agriculture, promoting sustainable farming practices and helping to address global food-security challenges. This review discusses for the first time the potential of biopolymer-based aerogels in soil-fertilizer delivery, going through the types of soil fertilizer and the advert health and environmental effects of overuse or misuse of soil fertilizers. Different types of biopolymer-based aerogels were discussed in terms of their potential in fertilizer delivery and, finally, the review addresses the challenges and future directions of biopolymer aerogels in soil-fertilizer delivery.
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- H. P. S. Abdul Khalil
- Bioresource Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor 11800, Penang, Malaysia; (K.J.); (N.P.); (S.K.)
- Green Biopolymer, Coatings and Packaging Cluster, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor 11800, Penang, Malaysia
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- Bioresource Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor 11800, Penang, Malaysia; (K.J.); (N.P.); (S.K.)
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- Green Biopolymer, Coatings and Packaging Cluster, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor 11800, Penang, Malaysia
- Bioprocess Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor 11800, Penang, Malaysia
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- Department of Civil Engineering, Government Polytechnic Mankeda, Agra 283102, Uttar Pradesh, India;
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- Bioresource Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor 11800, Penang, Malaysia; (K.J.); (N.P.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Mathematics, Sonarpur Mahavidyalaya, Kolkata 700149, West Bengal, India;
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- Bioresource Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor 11800, Penang, Malaysia; (K.J.); (N.P.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering, King Khalid University, Abha 61421, Asir, Saudi Arabia;
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Gorokhovsky A, Burmistrov I, Kuznetsov D, Gusev A, Khaidarov B, Kiselev N, Boychenko E, Kolesnikov E, Prokopovich K, Konyukhov Y, Kravchenko M. Structure and Properties of the Xerogels Based on Potassium Silicate Liquid Glass and Urea. Molecules 2023; 28:5466. [PMID: 37513337 PMCID: PMC10384128 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28145466] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2023] [Revised: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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The xerogels based on the aqueous solutions of urea in potassium silicate liquid glass (PSLG) were produced by CO2 bubbling and investigated. The structure and chemical composition of the obtained materials were analyzed. Using the SEM, XRD, IR-FT, DSC, and low energy local EDS analysis, it was recognized that the dried gels (xerogels) contained three forms of urea: oval crystals of regular shape appeared onto the surface of xerogel particles; fibrous crystals were located in the silicate matrix; and molecules/ions were incorporated into the silicate matrix. It was shown that an increase in [(NH2)2CO] in the gel-forming system promoted increased contents in crystalline forms of urea as well as the diameter of the fiber-shaped urea crystals. A rate of the urea release in water from the granulated xerogels containing 5.8, 12.6, and 17.9 wt.% of urea was determined by the photometric method. It was determined that the obtained urea-containing xerogels were characterized with a slow release of urea, which continued up to 120 days, and could be used as controlled release fertilizers containing useful nutrients (N, K).
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- Alexander Gorokhovsky
- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Functional Nanosystems and High Temperature Materials, National University of Science and Technology (MISIS), 119049 Moscow, Russia
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- Moscow Power Engineering Institute, National Research University, 111250 Moscow, Russia
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Motamedi E, Safari M, Salimi M. Improvement of tomato yield and quality using slow release NPK fertilizers prepared by carnauba wax emulsion, starch-based latex and hydrogel nanocomposite combination. Sci Rep 2023; 13:11118. [PMID: 37429906 PMCID: PMC10333222 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-38445-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 07/08/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023] Open
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The modern agriculture is working on introducing new generation of fertilizers that apt to slow down the nutrients release to be more in synchrony with plant's need throughout growth season, enhance fertilizer performance, and decrease nutrient losses into the environment. The aim of this research was to develop an advanced NPK slow-release fertilizer (SRF) and investigate its effect on yield, nutritional and morphological responses of tomato plant (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) as a model crop. To this goal, three water-based bio-polymeric formulations including starch-g-poly (acrylic acid-co-acrylamide) nanocomposite hydrogel, starch-g-poly(styrene-co-butylacrylate) latex, and carnauba wax emulsion were synthesized and used for production of NPK-SRF samples. Different samples of coated fertilizers (urea, potassium sulfate, and superphosphate granules) were prepared using different ratios of latex and wax emulsion, and for phosphorus and potash (R-treatment). Moreover, some of coated fertilizers (15 and 30 wt.%) was replaced with nanocomposite hydrogel containing fertilizers, named D and H treatments, respectively. The effect of SRF samples were compared with commercial fertilizers (NPK treatment) and a commercial SRF (T treatment), on the growth of tomato in the greenhouse, at two different levels (100 and 60). The efficiency of all the synthesized formulations were higher than NPK and T treatments, and among them, H100 significantly improved the morphological and physiological characteristics of tomato. For instance, amount of residual elements (nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium) as well as micro elements of calcium, iron and zinc in tomato cultivation bed and accordingly the uptake of these elements in the roots, aerial parts and fruits were increased in the R, H, and D treatments. The highest yield (1671.54 g), highest agricultural agronomy efficiency of fertilizer, and the highest dry matter percentage (9.52%) were obtained in H100. The highest amount of lycopene, antioxidant capacity and vitamin C was also observed in H100. Nitrate accumulation in tomato fruit in the synthesized SRF samples were decreased significantly compared to NPK100, and the lowest amount was observed in H100, which was 55.24% less than NPK100. Accordingly, it is suggested that combination of natural-based nanocomposite hydrogels along with coating latexes and wax emulsions can be a successful method to synthesize efficient NPK-SRF formulations for improvement of crop growth and quality.
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- Elaheh Motamedi
- Department of Nanotechnology, Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute of Iran (ABRII), Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization (AREEO), Karaj, Iran.
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- Division of Plant and Soil Sciences, Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design, West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA
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- Soil Science Department, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran
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Das P, Penton CR, Bi Y, Westerhoff P. Unraveling mechanisms behind reduced nitrate leaching with graphite nanomaterials addition with fertilizers in soil column experiments. CHEMOSPHERE 2023:139417. [PMID: 37419157 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2023.139417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2023] [Revised: 07/02/2023] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 07/09/2023]
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Overuse or mistimed application of nitrogen fertilizer can cause nitrate contamination in groundwater and surrounding surface waters. Previous greenhouse studies have explored the use of graphene nanomaterials, including graphite nano additive (GNA), to reduce nitrate leaching in an agricultural soil while growing lettuce crops. To investigate the mechanism of GNA addition in suppressing nitrate leaching, we conducted soil column experiments using native agricultural soils under saturated or unsaturated flow conditions to simulate varied irrigation. We investigated the effects of temperature (4 °C compared with 20 °C) on microbial activity and dose effect of GNA was also explored (165 mg/kg soil and 1650 mg/kg soil) for biotic soil column experiments whereas a single temperature condition (20 °C) and GNA dose (165 mg/kg soil) was employed for abiotic (autoclaved) soil column experiments. Results showed GNA addition had minimal effects on nitrate leaching in saturated flow soil columns due to short hydraulic residence times (∼3.5 h). In comparison, longer residence times (∼3 d) in unsaturated soil columns reduced nitrate leaching by 25-31% relative to control soil columns without GNA addition. Furthermore, nitrate retention in the soil column was found to be suppressed at 4 °C compared with 20 °C, suggesting a bio-mediated mechanism for GNA addition to reduce nitrate leaching. In addition, the soil dissolved organic matter was found to be associated with nitrate leaching, where less nitrate leaching occurring when higher dissolved organic carbon (DOC) was measured in leachate water. Following studies of adding soil-derived organic carbon (SOC) resulted in greater nitrogen retention in the unsaturated soil columns only when GNA was present. Overall, the results suggest that GNA-amended soil reduces nitrate loss through increased N immobilization in the microbial biomass or loss of N in gaseous phase through enhanced nitrification and denitrification process.
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- Partho Das
- School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, USA
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- College of Integrative Sciences and Arts, Arizona State University, Mesa, AZ, USA; Center for Fundamental and Applied Microbiomics, Biodesign Institute, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, USA
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- School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, USA.
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- School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, USA.
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Helal MID, Tong Z, Khater HA, Fathy MA, Ibrahim FE, Li Y, Abdelkader NH. Modification of Fabrication Process for Prolonged Nitrogen Release of Lignin-Montmorillonite Biocomposite Encapsulated Urea. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:1889. [PMID: 37368319 DOI: 10.3390/nano13121889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2023] [Revised: 06/01/2023] [Accepted: 06/03/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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Crop production faces challenges in achieving high fertilizer use efficiency. To address this issue, slow-release fertilizers (SRFs) have emerged as effective solutions to minimize nutrient losses caused by leaching, runoff, and volatilization. In addition, replacing petroleum-based synthetic polymers with biopolymers for SRFs offers substantial benefits in terms of sustainability of crop production and soil quality preservation, as biopolymers are biodegradable and environmentally friendly. This study focuses on modifying a fabrication process to develop a bio-composite comprising biowaste lignin and low-cost montmorillonite clay mineral for encapsulating urea to create a controllable release fertilizer (CRU) with a prolonged nitrogen release function. CRUs containing high N contents of 20 to 30 wt.% were successfully and extensively characterized using X-Ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). The results showed that the releases of N from CRUs in water and soil extended to considerably long periods of 20 and 32 days, respectively. The significance of this research is the production of CRU beads that contain high N percentages and have a high soil residence period. These beads can enhance plant nitrogen utilization efficiency, reduce fertilizer consumption, and ultimately contribute to agricultural production.
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- Mohamed I D Helal
- Soil Sciences Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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- School of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332, USA
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- Soil Sciences Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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- Soil Sciences Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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- Soil Sciences Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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- Department of Soil and Water Sciences, Tropical Research and Education Center, Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (IFAS), University of Florida, Homestead, FL 33031, USA
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- Soil Sciences Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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Wang R, Liu S, Ma Z. Recent Development of Versatile Polyphenol Platforms in Fertilizers and Pesticides. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2023. [PMID: 37318564 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.3c01952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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The utilization of agrochemicals has been of significant importance in both the cultivation and disease control of crops. The development of advanced agrochemicals that are both effective and eco-friendly has been made possible through the use of slow delivery platforms and surface modification technology. Inspired by the nature of mussel adhesion, polyphenolic platforms with versatile properties have been extensively employed in various applications, including agro-food, owing to their ability to flexibly modulate chemical and surface characteristics. This mini-review highlights the development of polyphenols, such as polydopamine and tannic acid, in the field of agrochemicals, particularly in the design and production of novel fertilizers and pesticides. The synthetic approach, active ingredient release performance, foliar adhesion, and design of polyphenolic-based agrochemicals in recent years have been discussed to explore their potential applications and limitations. We believe that utilizing versatile polyphenolic materials and their characteristics for agro-food applications can provide innovative ideas and suggestions for developing novel agrochemicals suitable for modern and sustainable horticulture and agriculture.
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- Ruili Wang
- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, 2999 North Renmin Road, Shanghai 201620, People's Republic of China
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- Analysis and Testing Center, Shihezi University, Shihezi Xinjiang 832003, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Donghua University, 2999 North Renmin Road, Shanghai 201620, People's Republic of China
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Yadav A, Yadav K, Abd-Elsalam KA. Nanofertilizers: Types, Delivery and Advantages in Agricultural Sustainability. AGROCHEMICALS 2023; 2:296-336. [DOI: 10.3390/agrochemicals2020019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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In an alarming tale of agricultural excess, the relentless overuse of chemical fertilizers in modern farming methods have wreaked havoc on the once-fertile soil, mercilessly depleting its vital nutrients while inflicting irreparable harm on the delicate balance of the surrounding ecosystem. The excessive use of such fertilizers leaves residue on agricultural products, pollutes the environment, upsets agrarian ecosystems, and lowers soil quality. Furthermore, a significant proportion of the nutrient content, including nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, is lost from the soil (50–70%) before being utilized. Nanofertilizers, on the other hand, use nanoparticles to control the release of nutrients, making them more efficient and cost-effective than traditional fertilizers. Nanofertilizers comprise one or more plant nutrients within nanoparticles where at least 50% of the particles are smaller than 100 nanometers. Carbon nanotubes, graphene, and quantum dots are some examples of the types of nanomaterials used in the production of nanofertilizers. Nanofertilizers are a new generation of fertilizers that utilize advanced nanotechnology to provide an efficient and sustainable method of fertilizing crops. They are designed to deliver plant nutrients in a controlled manner, ensuring that the nutrients are gradually released over an extended period, thus providing a steady supply of essential elements to the plants. The controlled-release system is more efficient than traditional fertilizers, as it reduces the need for frequent application and the amount of fertilizer. These nanomaterials have a high surface area-to-volume ratio, making them ideal for holding and releasing nutrients. Naturally occurring nanoparticles are found in various sources, including volcanic ash, ocean, and biological matter such as viruses and dust. However, regarding large-scale production, relying solely on naturally occurring nanoparticles may not be sufficient or practical. In agriculture, nanotechnology has been primarily used to increase crop production while minimizing losses and activating plant defense mechanisms against pests, insects, and other environmental challenges. Furthermore, nanofertilizers can reduce runoff and nutrient leaching into the environment, improving environmental sustainability. They can also improve fertilizer use efficiency, leading to higher crop yields and reducing the overall cost of fertilizer application. Nanofertilizers are especially beneficial in areas where traditional fertilizers are inefficient or ineffective. Nanofertilizers can provide a more efficient and cost-effective way to fertilize crops while reducing the environmental impact of fertilizer application. They are the product of promising new technology that can help to meet the increasing demand for food and improve agricultural sustainability. Currently, nanofertilizers face limitations, including higher costs of production and potential environmental and safety concerns due to the use of nanomaterials, while further research is needed to fully understand their long-term effects on soil health, crop growth, and the environment.
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- Anurag Yadav
- Department of Microbiology, College of Basic Science and Humanities, Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University, Sardarkrushinagar, District Banaskantha, Gujarat 385506, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Lucknow, Lucknow 226007, India
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- Plant Pathology Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Giza 12619, Egypt
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Chen X, Yang H, Zhang L, Li Z, Xue Y, Wang R, Fan X, Sun S. Green construction and release mechanism of lignin-based double-layer coated urea. BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR BIOFUELS AND BIOPRODUCTS 2023; 16:97. [PMID: 37291654 DOI: 10.1186/s13068-023-02355-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/30/2023] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND Lignin played an important role in the establishment of coated fertilizers coating material as a substitute for petrochemical raw materials. However, so far, the lignin-based coated fertilizers was limited in only the poor slow-release performance. To achieve good slow-release performance of lignin-based coated fertilizers, hydrophilic of lignin need to be resolved to establish an green and better controllable lignin-based coated fertilizers. RESULTS In the study, a novel green double layer coating with lignin-based polyurethane (LPU) as the inner coating and epoxy resin (EP) as the outer coating was effectively constructed for coated urea. Fourier transform infrared spectra confirmed that lignin and polycaprolactone diol successfully reacted with Hexamethylene diisocyanate. The loss weight and water contact angle (WCA, 75.6-63.6°) of the LPUs decreased with the increased lignin content. The average particle hardness of the lignin-based double-layer coated urea (LDCU) first increased from 58.1 N (lignin of 30%) to 67.0 N (lignin of 60%), but then decreased to 62.3 N (lignin of 70%). The release longevity of the coated urea was closely related to the preparation parameters of the coating material. The optimal cumulative nutrient release rate (79.4%) of LDCU was obtained (lignin of 50%, -CNO/-OH molar ratios of 1.15, EP of 35%, and coating ratio of 5%). The aggregates of hydrone on the LDCU caused the dissolution and swelling of nutrients, and then the diffusion of nutrients through the concentration gradient. CONCLUSIONS A though the nutrient release of the LDCUs was affected by many factors, the successful development of the LDCUs will help improve the rapid development of the coated fertilizer industry.
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- Xiaojuan Chen
- College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou, 510642, Guangdong, China.
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Das S, Dalei G. In situ forming dialdehyde xanthan gum-gelatin Schiff-base hydrogels as potent controlled release fertilizers. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 875:162660. [PMID: 36894095 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.162660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2022] [Revised: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Controlled release fertilizer (CRF) hydrogels have blossomed into promising materials in agriculture owing to the sustained release of the fertilizer and also as soil conditioner. Apart from the traditional CRF hydrogels; Schiff-base hydrogels have garnered significant thrust that release nitrogen slowly in addition to reducing the environmental pollution. Herein, we have fabricated Schiff-base CRF hydrogels composed of dialdehyde xanthan gum (DAXG) and gelatin. The formation of the hydrogels was accomplished via the simplistic in situ crosslinking reaction between the aldehyde groups of DAXG and the amino groups of gelatin. The hydrogels acquired a compact network upon increasing the DAXG content in the matrix. The phytotoxic assay on different plants indicated the hydrogels to be nontoxic. The hydrogels demonstrated good water-retention behaviour in soil, along with reusability even after 5 cycles. A controlled release profile for urea was evident from the hydrogels wherein macromolecular relaxation played a crucial role in the release mechanism. Growth assays on Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra) plant presented an intuitive evaluation on the growth and water-holding capacity of the CRF hydrogel. The present work demonstrated a facile preparation of CRF hydrogels to enhance the utilization of urea and retain soil humidity as fertilizer carriers.
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- Subhraseema Das
- Department of Chemistry, Ravenshaw University, Cuttack 753003, Odisha, India.
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- Department of Chemistry, Odisha University of Technology and Research, Bhubaneswar 751029, Odisha, India
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Tavares MC, Dos Santos Nascimento IJ, de Aquino TM, de Oliveira Brito T, Macedo F, Modolo LV, de Fátima Â, Santos JCC. The influence of N-alkyl chains in benzoyl-thiourea derivatives on urease inhibition: Soil studies and biophysical and theoretical investigations on the mechanism of interaction. Biophys Chem 2023; 299:107042. [PMID: 37263179 DOI: 10.1016/j.bpc.2023.107042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Revised: 05/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Ureases are enzymes produced by fungi, plants, and bacteria associated with agricultural and clinical problems. The urea hydrolysis in NH3 and CO2 leads to the loss of N-urea fertilizers in soils and changes the human stomach microenvironment, favoring the colonization of H. pylori. In this sense, it is necessary to evaluate potential enzyme inhibitors to mitigate the effects of their activities and respond to scientific and market demands to produce fertilizers with enhanced efficiency. Thus, biophysical and theoretical studies were carried out to evaluate the influence of the N-alkyl chain in benzoyl-thiourea derivatives on urease enzyme inhibition. A screening based on IC50, binding constants, and theoretical studies demonstrated that BTU1 without the N-alkyl chain (R = H) was more active than other compounds, so the magnitude of the interaction was determined as BTU1 > BTU2 > BTU3 > BTU4 > BTU5, corresponding to progressively increased chain length. Thus, BTU1 was selected for interaction and soil application essays. The binding constants (Kb) for the supramolecular urease-BTU1 complex ranged from 7.95 to 5.71 × 103 M-1 at different temperatures (22, 30, and 38 °C), indicating that the preferential forces responsible for the stabilization of the complex are hydrogen bonds and van der Waals forces (ΔH = -15.84 kJ mol-1 and ΔS = -36.61 J mol-1 K-1). Theoretical and experimental results (thermodynamics, synchronous fluorescence, and competition assay) agree and indicate that BTU1 is a mixed inhibitor. Finally, urease inhibition was evaluated in the four soil samples, where BTU1 was as efficient as NBPT (based on ANOVA two-way and Tukey test with 95% confidence), with an average inhibition of 20% of urease activity. Thus, the biophysics and theoretical studies are strategies for evaluating potential inhibitors and showed that increasing the N-alkyl chain in benzoyl-thiourea derivatives did not favor urease inhibition.
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- Maria Célia Tavares
- Instituto de Química e Biotecnologia, Universidade Federal de Alagoas, Maceió, AL, Brazil; Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia de Alagoas, Campus Batalha, AL, Brazil
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- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Exatas, Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Londrina, PR, Brazil
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- Departamento de Química, Centro de Ciências Exatas, Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Londrina, PR, Brazil
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- Departamento de Botânica, Instituto de Ciências Biológicas, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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- Departamento de Química, Instituto de Ciências Exatas, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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Katsumi N, Kusube T, Nagao S, Okochi H. Spatiotemporal variation in microplastics derived from polymer-coated fertilizer in an agricultural small river in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION (BARKING, ESSEX : 1987) 2023; 325:121422. [PMID: 36898646 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2023.121422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2022] [Revised: 03/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Marine plastic pollution has highlighted the need to address the disposal of plastic materials used in agricultural fields and prevent their runoff. To assess the status of microplastics derived from polymer-coated fertilizers (microcapsules), we investigated their seasonal and daily variations in a small agricultural river in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, throughout the irrigation period of April to October 2021 and 2022. We also investigated the relationship between microcapsule concentration and water quality. The mean microcapsule concentration over the study period ranged from 0.0 to 783.2 mg/m3 (median 18.8 mg/m3) and was positively correlated with total litter weight, but it was not correlated with common water quality parameters such as total nitrogen or suspended solids. Concentrations of microcapsules in river water showed distinct seasonal variations, being particularly high in late April and late May (median 55.5 mg/m3 in 2021, 62.6 mg/m3 in 2022) and almost undetectable thereafter. The timing of the increase in concentration coincided with the timing of the outflow from paddy fields, suggesting that microcapsules that flowed out of the paddy fields would reach the sea relatively quickly. The results of a tracer experiment supported this conclusion. Intensive observations revealed that microcapsule concentrations varied widely over time, with differences reaching a maximum of 110-fold (range 7.3-783.2 mg/m3) over a 3-day period. Daytime concentrations were higher than those at night, reflecting the fact that microcapsules are discharged from paddies by daytime operations such as puddling and surface drainage. Microcapsule concentrations in the river were not correlated with river discharge, making estimating their loading a future research challenge.
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- Naoya Katsumi
- Faculty of Bioresources and Environmental Sciences, Ishikawa Prefectural University, 1-308 Suematsu, Nonoichi, Ishikawa, 921-8836, Japan.
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- Research Institute for Bioresources and Biotechnology, Ishikawa Prefectural University, 1-308 Suematsu, Nonoichi, Ishikawa 921-8836, Japan
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- Low Level Radioactivity Laboratory, Institute of Nature and Environmental Technology, Kanazawa University, 24, O, Wake, Nomi, Ishikawa, 923-1224, Japan
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- School of Creative Science and Engineering, Waseda University, 3-4-1 Okubo, Shinjuku, Tokyo, 169-8555, Japan
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Dong H, Tang S, Zhang L, Tong Z, Wu Z, Zhan P, Shao L, Qing Y, Liu J. Wood-derived bio-coating materials incorporating hydrophobic lignin and hierarchically porous biochar for high-efficiency coating slow-release fertilizers. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 242:124769. [PMID: 37169057 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.124769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2023] [Revised: 05/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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Coating slow-release fertilizers (CSRFs) have gained significant attention for their potential to improve nutrient utilization efficiency and prevent environmental pollution through mitigating soil and water contamination. This study developed a novel wood waste-derived composition as a bio-coating material for urea slow-release by integrating modified lignin (PCL) and activated biochar (ABC). PCL was prepared by grafting palmitoyl chloride (PC) with hydrophobic groups to the lignin via an esterification reaction. ABC with a high surface area and hierarchically porous structure created rich channels for ion transportation. These results increased the water-retention ability with a reduced absorbing/expelling rate and confer an excellent Cr(VI) adsorption capacity to the PCL and ABC hybrid coating material (PCL/ABC). The as-prepared PCL/ABC-based CSRF (PCL/ABC-CSRF) showed improving fertilizer slow-release properties for real application (nitrogen release persistence for 40 days at soil). The rice (Oryza sativa L.) hydroponics study suggested that such novel PCL/ABC was conducive to the rice growth in micro metallic contaminated hydroponics by eliminating the accumulation of chromium metal in rice roots. Overall, this study provides an attractive platform for developing biodegradable, heavy-metal adsorbable, and high-efficient CSRFs and a feasible and effective way for functionalized utilization of wood waste.
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- Hongping Dong
- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Ministry of Forestry Bioethanol Research Center, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Hunan International Joint Laboratory of Woody Biomass Conversion, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Ministry of Forestry Bioethanol Research Center, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Hunan International Joint Laboratory of Woody Biomass Conversion, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Ministry of Forestry Bioethanol Research Center, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Hunan International Joint Laboratory of Woody Biomass Conversion, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, United States.
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- School of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, Renewable Bioproducts Institute, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332, United States; Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS), University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611, United States
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Ministry of Forestry Bioethanol Research Center, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Hunan International Joint Laboratory of Woody Biomass Conversion, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Ministry of Forestry Bioethanol Research Center, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Hunan International Joint Laboratory of Woody Biomass Conversion, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Ministry of Forestry Bioethanol Research Center, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Hunan International Joint Laboratory of Woody Biomass Conversion, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Ministry of Forestry Bioethanol Research Center, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Hunan International Joint Laboratory of Woody Biomass Conversion, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Ministry of Forestry Bioethanol Research Center, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China; Hunan International Joint Laboratory of Woody Biomass Conversion, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, Changsha 410004, China
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Amin S, Aziz T, Zia-Ur-Rehman M, Saleem I, Rizwan M, Ashar A, Mussawar HA, Maqsood MA. Zinc oxide nanoparticles coated urea enhances nitrogen efficiency and zinc bioavailability in wheat in alkaline calcareous soils. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2023:10.1007/s11356-023-27209-5. [PMID: 37145353 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-27209-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 04/20/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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Nitrogenous fertilizers have low efficiency in alkaline calcareous soils due to volatilization and denitrification. These losses cause economic environmental constraints. Coating of urea with nanoparticles (NPs) is an innovative strategy to improve crop yields by sustaining N availability. In the current study, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) were synthesized by precipitation method and characterized for morphology and configuration, bond formation, and crystal assemblage using the X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscope (SEM). The SEM results confirmed the size of ZnO NPs in the size range of 25 nm with cuboid shape. Urea fertilizer, coated with ZnO NPs, was applied to wheat crop in a pot trial. Two rates of ZnO NPs at 2.8 and 5.7 mg kg-1 were selected to coat the commercial urea. A batch experiment was conducted to ensure the ammonium (NH4+) and nitrate (NO3-) ions release by amending the soil with ZnO NPs coated urea and comparing with non-amended soil. The gradual release of NH4+ was observed for 21 days from the ZnO NP-coated urea. In the second part of trial, seven different treatments of coated and uncoated urea were tested on wheat crop. Urea coated with ZnO nanoparticles at 5.7 mg kg-1 improved all growth attributes and yields. The ZnO NP coated urea increased the N content shoot (1.90 g 100g-1 DW) and potentially biofortified Zn content (47.86 mg kg-1) in wheat grain. The results are indicative of viability of a novel coating for commercial urea that will not only reduce N losses but also supplement Zn without additional cost of labor.
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- Shaiza Amin
- Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Institute of Soil Chemistry and Environmental Sciences, Ayub Agriculture Research Institute, Faisalabad, 38850, Pakistan
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- Department of Environmental Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Government College Women University, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan.
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Meng W, Zhang X, Zhang Y, Zhang X, Zhu W, Huang H, Han X, Liu Y, Xu C. Poly(vinyl alcohol)/sodium alginate polymer membranes as eco-friendly and biodegradable coatings for slow release fertilizers. JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE 2023; 103:3592-3601. [PMID: 36326723 DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.12312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2022] [Revised: 10/22/2022] [Accepted: 11/01/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND The use of slow release fertilizers (SRFs) is an effective approach for reducing agriculture cost, environmental and ecological issues simultaneously. The present study provides a series of poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA)/sodium alginate (SA) polymer membranes as eco-friendly and biodegradable coatings for SRFs. Moreover, polymer-coated urea (PCU) granules were fabricated through coating the urea granules with the resulting membranes. Our first interest was to fabricate three membranes (PS1, PS2, PS3) of different PVA/SA weight ratios (9:1, 8:2, 7:3) using glutaraldehyde as a crosslinking agent, and crosslink the PS3 membrane with a CaCl2 solution further to obtain the PC3 membrane. The chemical properties and morphologies of the membranes were characterized. Second, the nitrogen release behavior of the PCU granules was measured and calculated, respectively. RESULTS Crosslinking with glutaraldehyde made the PS1, PS2, PS3 membranes uniform and compact, whereas crosslinking with a CaCl2 solution formed an 'egg box' structure inside the PC3 membrane. PS3 membrane with the minimum PVA/SA weight ratio had the highest hydrophily (water uptake: 106.25%, water contact angle: 55.1o ), whereas PC3 membrane had the lowest hydrophily (water uptake: 21.57%, water contact angle: 67.3o ). The biodegradation ratios of the membranes were in the range 44-60% in 90 days, indicating that they had excellent biodegradability. The measured fractional release on the day 30 of the PCU granules ranged from 89.33% to 97.07%. The calculated nitrogen release behavior agreed well with the measured values. CONCLUSION The resulting eco-friendly and biodegradable PVA/SA membranes are alternative coatings for SRFs. © 2022 Society of Chemical Industry.
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- Wen Meng
- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Advanced Catalytic Materials and Reaction Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Advanced Catalytic Materials and Reaction Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Advanced Catalytic Materials and Reaction Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Advanced Catalytic Materials and Reaction Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Advanced Catalytic Materials and Reaction Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, China
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- Hefei Lvnong Fertilizer Co., Ltd, Hefei, China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Advanced Catalytic Materials and Reaction Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Advanced Catalytic Materials and Reaction Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, China
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- Anhui Province Key Laboratory of Advanced Catalytic Materials and Reaction Engineering, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hefei University of Technology, Hefei, China
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Kavitha R, Latifah O, Ahmed OH, Charles PW, Susilawati K. Potential of Rejected Sago Starch as a Coating Material for Urea Encapsulation. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15081863. [PMID: 37112010 PMCID: PMC10146585 DOI: 10.3390/polym15081863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2023] [Revised: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/04/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Increases in food production to meet global food requirements lead to an increase in the demand for nitrogen (N) fertilizers, especially urea, for soil productivity, crop yield, and food security improvement. To achieve a high yield of food crops, the excessive use of urea has resulted in low urea-N use efficiency and environmental pollution. One promising alternative to increase urea-N use efficiency, improve soil N availability, and lessen the potential environmental effects of the excessive use of urea is to encapsulate urea granules with appropriate coating materials to synchronize the N release with crop assimilation. Chemical additives, such as sulfur-based coatings, mineral-based coatings, and several polymers with different action principles, have been explored and used for coating the urea granule. However, their high material cost, limited resources, and adverse effects on the soil ecosystem limit the widespread application of urea coated with these materials. This paper documents a review of issues related to the materials used for urea coating and the potential of natural polymers, such as rejected sago starch, as a coating material for urea encapsulation. The aim of the review is to unravel an understanding of the potential of rejected sago starch as a coating material for the slow release of N from urea. Rejected sago starch from sago flour processing is a natural polymer that could be used to coat urea because the starch enables a gradual, water-driven mechanism of N release from the urea-polymer interface to the polymer-soil interface. The advantages of rejected sago starch for urea encapsulation over other polymers are that rejected sago starch is one of the most abundant polysaccharide polymers, the cheapest biopolymer, and is fully biodegradable, renewable, and environmentally friendly. This review provides information on the potential of rejected sago starch as a coating material, the advantages of using rejected sago starch as coating material over other polymer materials, a simple coating method, and the mechanisms of N release from urea coated with rejected sago starch.
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- Rajan Kavitha
- Department of Crop Science, Faculty of Agricultural Science and Forestry, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Bintulu Sarawak Campus, Bintulu 97008, Malaysia
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- Department of Crop Science, Faculty of Agricultural Science and Forestry, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Bintulu Sarawak Campus, Bintulu 97008, Malaysia
- Institute of Ecosystem Science Borneo, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Bintulu Sarawak Campus, Bintulu 97008, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Agriculture, University Sultan Sharif Ali Brunei, Kampus Sinaut, Km 33, Jalan Tutong, Kampung Sinaut, Tutong TB1741, Brunei
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- Department of Science and Technology, Faculty of Humanities, Management and Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Bintulu Sarawak Campus, Bintulu 97008, Malaysia
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- Department of Land Management, Faculty of Agriculture, Serdang 43400, Malaysia
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Palansooriya KN, Dissanayake PD, Igalavithana AD, Tang R, Cai Y, Chang SX. Converting food waste into soil amendments for improving soil sustainability and crop productivity: A review. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2023; 881:163311. [PMID: 37044338 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.163311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2023] [Revised: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 04/01/2023] [Indexed: 04/14/2023]
Abstract
One-third of the annual food produced globally is wasted and much of the food waste (FW) is unutilized; however, FW can be valorized into value-added industrial products such as biofuel, chemicals, and biomaterials. Converting FW into soil amendments such as compost, vermicompost, anaerobic digestate, biofertilizer, biochar, and engineered biochar is one of the best nutrient recovery and FW reuse approaches. The soil application of FW-based amendments can improve soil fertility, increase crop production, and reduce contaminants by altering soil's chemical, physical, microbial, and faunal properties. However, the efficiency of the amendment for improving ecosystem sustainability depends on the type of FW, conversion method, application rate, soil type, and crop type. Engineered biochar/biochar composite materials produced using FW have been identified as promising amendments for soil remediation, reducing commercial fertilizer usage, and increasing soil nutrient use efficiency. The development of quality standards and implementation of policies and regulations at all stages of the food supply chain are necessary to manage (reduce and re-use) FW.
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- State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Hangzhou 311300, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Hangzhou 311300, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Silviculture, Zhejiang A&F University, Hangzhou 311300, China; Department of Renewable Resources, University of Alberta, Edmonton T6G 2E3, Canada.
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Promoting coordinated development of the fertilizer production-crop plantation combined system through an integrated approach. Ecol Modell 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolmodel.2023.110280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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Callaghan C, Califano D, Feresin Gomes MH, Pereira de Carvalho HW, Edler KJ, Mattia D. Cellulose Acetate Microbeads for Controlled Delivery of Essential Micronutrients. ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING 2023; 11:4749-4758. [PMID: 37008180 PMCID: PMC10052346 DOI: 10.1021/acssuschemeng.2c07269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2022] [Revised: 03/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/19/2023]
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The controlled delivery of micronutrients to soil and plants is essential to increase agricultural yields. However, this is today achieved using fossil fuel-derived plastic carriers, posing environmental risks and contributing to global carbon emissions. In this work, a novel and efficient way to prepare biodegradable zinc-impregnated cellulose acetate beads for use as controlled release fertilizers is presented. Cellulose acetate solutions in DMSO were dropped into aqueous antisolvent solutions of different zinc salts. The droplets underwent phase inversion, forming solid cellulose acetate beads containing zinc, as a function of zinc salt type and concentration. Even higher values of zinc uptake (up to 15.5%) were obtained when zinc acetate was added to the cellulose acetate-DMSO solution, prior to dropping in aqueous zinc salt antisolvent solutions. The release profile in water of the beads prepared using the different solvents was linked to the properties of the counter-ions via the Hofmeister series. Studies in soil showed the potential for longer release times, up to 130 days for zinc sulfate beads. These results, together with the efficient bead production method, demonstrate the potential of zinc-impregnated cellulose acetate beads to replace the plastic-based controlled delivery products used today, contributing to the reduction of carbon emissions and potential environmental impacts due to the uptake of plastic in plants and animals.
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- Ciarán Callaghan
- Centre
for Sustainable & Circular Technologies, University of Bath, Bath BA27AY, U.K.
- Department
of Chemical Engineering, University of Bath, Bath BA27AY, U.K.
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- Centre
for Sustainable & Circular Technologies, University of Bath, Bath BA27AY, U.K.
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- Department
of Chemical Engineering, University of Bath, Bath BA27AY, U.K.
- Centre
for Analysis and Synthesis, Department of Chemistry, Lund University, Lund 221 00, Sweden
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- Centre
for Sustainable & Circular Technologies, University of Bath, Bath BA27AY, U.K.
- Department
of Chemical Engineering, University of Bath, Bath BA27AY, U.K.
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