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Effects of Crop Rotation and Hydrogel Application on Soil Biological Properties and Wheat Biomass Production in Drylands

Journal of Plant Nutrition and Soil Science, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background and aim Conservation agriculture (CA) is rapidly gaining traction to promote sustainable crop production, focusing on minimum soil disturbance, permanent soil cover, and strategic crop rotation. Moreover, hydrogel is increasingly being used to improve water retention, including in combination with CA, particularly in water limited ...
Tina Taghvaei, Catriona A. Macdonald, Jerzy Szejgis, Uffe N. Nielsen   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Biosurfactant Production From Waste Frying Oil: Process Optimization and Physicochemical Characterization of Surface Properties

Journal of Surfactants and Detergents, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study focuses on the development of a cost‐effective bioprocess for biosurfactant production, encompassing process optimization and physicochemical characterization. Surface tension reduction and oil dispersion activity were evaluated, highlighting its strong potential for applications in food, pharmaceuticals, and bioremediation. In this
Nihed Tellili, Emna Moujehed, Slim Cherif, Inès Mnif   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Analysis of plant science higher education reveals mixed provision which falls short of delivering national priorities

JSFA reports, Volume 5, Issue 3, Page 78-90, March 2025.
Abstract Background Many reports from the UK government and other organisations highlight a need for a plant aware workforce, and some enumerate specific areas of plant science where there is a skills shortage. We have undertaken a systematic analysis of the content of degree programmes that advertise as teaching plant biology to determine if the UK ...
Sarah Trinder, Thomas Heaven, Matteo Luberti, Sophie Read, Adam Scanlon, Chris Gauntner, Alec Forsyth, Alison C. Foster   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi communities and glomalin mediate particulate and mineral-associated organic carbon formation in grassland patches

Communications Earth & Environment
Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi stimulate particulate and mineral-associated organic carbon formation and stabilization through hyphae residue, glomalin-related soil proteins gluing, and mycelium entangling.
Deng Ao, Baorong Wang, Yubin Wang, Yuanjia Chen, Chao Liang, Shaoshan An   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Microbial communities and functional diversity in seafood

JSFA reports, EarlyView.
Abstract Functional diversity encompasses ecosystem processes that enhance adaptability to environmental change. This study explores the diversity of microorganisms associated with seafood. In this paper, we present our knowledge of microbial diversity in relation to seafood.
Christian Larbi Ayisi, Samuel Ayeh Osei, Grace Afumwaa Boamah, Gertrude Dzifa Mensah   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Use of natural ensiling additives with tropical grasses: Physicochemical properties, in vitro fermentation characteristics, and microbial community diversity indices

JSFA reports, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Improving feed quality, availability, and cost‐effectiveness is a big challenge for livestock to ensure animal‐derived food for nutritional security. The aim of the study was to find out how some natural ensiling additives affect physicochemical properties, proximate composition, microbial population, in vitro fermentation ...
A. B. M. Rubayet Bostami, A. S. M. Selim, M. Al‐Mamun, K. M. Islam, M. D. Hossain   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Aflatoxin contamination in dried fruits and nuts in Bangladesh: Occurrence, dietary exposure, and health risk assessment

JSFA reports, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Dried fruits and nuts are widely consumed for their desirable sensory qualities and high nutritional value, providing essential nutrients such as proteins, healthy fatty acids, potassium, dietary fiber, and bioactive compounds. However, they are highly susceptible to aflatoxin contamination, particularly in humid tropical regions ...
Tasniya Akter, Mohammad Tariqul Hassan, Abira Nowar, Farhana Rinky, Sharmin Rumi Alim   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Optimizing germination and cultivation of edible halophytes using effluents from an IMTA system

Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND Halophytes offer nature‐based solutions to food insecurity and soil degradation, while their integration into integrated multi‐trophic aquaculture (IMTA) systems promotes circular economy practices. This study aimed to optimize the germination and cultivation of edible halophytic species, namely Limbarda crithmoides, Suaeda vera and
Viana Castañeda‐Loaiza, Maria João Rodrigues, Nuno Neng, Célia Quintas, Isabel Ratão, Luísa Custódio   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Disclosing the production of fungal chitinases and proteases using insect by‐products as substrates in solid‐state fermentation

Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND The world population is projected to reach nearly 9.7 billion by 2050, significantly increasing the demand for novel and sustainable protein sources. Edible insects, such as Tenebrio molitor, emerge as promising alternatives due to their high nutritional value, but adult insects and frass are direct and abundant by‐products of this ...
Borja Fernández, Helena Fernandes, Nuno Muñoz‐Seijas, Francisco Soto‐Beltrán, José Manuel Domínguez, Helena Peres, José Manuel Salgado   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Beyond a dual role: how Purpureocillium lilacinum reprograms citrus metabolism for integrated biocontrol and growth promotion

Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, EarlyView.
Abstract BACKGROUND Plants harbor complex microbial communities that are fundamental to their health and productivity. Among them, endophytic fungi such as Purpureocillium lilacinum establish mutualistic associations, offering dual benefits as plant growth promoters and biocontrol agents.
Sana Bouzembila, Kamel Charaabi, Haytham Hamden, Salma Fadhel, Nesrine Tanfouri, Meriem Msaad Guerfali   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source