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Bio-Amendments for Soil
Bio-Amendments for Soil
Bio-amendments refer to the use of natural substances such as microorganisms, enzymes, and other organic materials to improve soil quality and enhance plant growth. These amendments help restore soil health by increasing microbial diversity, enhancing nutrient cycling, and improving soil structure. Bio-amendments like biochar, mycorrhizal fungi, and compost tea are commonly used to address soil deficiencies, suppress plant diseases, and improve water retention. By enhancing soil fertility naturally, bio-amendments contribute to sustainable farming practices, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Their use fosters long-term soil health, boosting crop resilience and promoting more environmentally friendly agriculture.
Committee Members
Dachang Zhang
Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy
Alabama A&M University, United States
Usha R Palaniswamy
Maria College, United States Agri 2026 Speakers
Jason A Hedrick
The Ohio State University, United States
Dilip Nandwani
Tennessee State University, United States
Stephen Jennewein
University of Florida, United States
Alene Alemu Tesfamichael
Edelmark AS, NorwaySubmit your abstract Today
Title : Development of Virginia mountain mint as a potential commercial crop in the southern USA
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Suitaiology: A strategic science for reframing agricultural risks under climate extremes — from water-use efficiency to water-situation wisdom
Dachang Zhang, Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Title : Agroecological practices and their effects on ecosystem services in sustainable mediterranean cropping systems
Fabio Gresta, University of Messina, Italy
Title : Cultivating green wisdom: Urban horticulture techniques for home vegetable cultivation in small spaces for older adults
Consuelo Lima Navarro de Andrade, State University of Feira de Santana (UEFS), Brazil
Title : Teaching food and nutrition security as a critical concern in higher education capstone
Usha R Palaniswamy, Maria College, United States
Title : End-to-end agro-food technologies based on raw materials bred in Saratov
Sadygova Madina Karipullovna, Vavilov University, Russian Federation