Soil salinization in agriculture: Mitigation and adaptation strategies combining nature-based solutions and bioengineering
University of Padua · Inner Mongolia University · +1 more institution
Abstract
Soil salinization is among the most critical threats to agriculture and food security. Excess of salts adversely affects soil structure and fertility, plant growth, crop yield, and microorganisms. It is caused by natural processes, such as dry climates and low precipitations, high evaporation rate, poor waterlogging, and human factors, such as inappropriate irrigation practices, poor drainage systems, and excessive use of fertilizers. The growing extremization of climate with prolonged drought conditions is worsening the phenomenon. Nature-based solutions (NBS), combined with precision or conservation agriculture, represent a sustainable response, and offer benefits through revitalizing ecosystem services.…
Citation impact
- FWCI
- 151.15
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- 100%
- References
- 88
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5Topics & keywords
- Soil salinity
- Food security
- Agriculture
- Waterlogging (archaeology)
- Sustainable agriculture
- Environmental science
- Sustainable development
- Soil fertility
- Zero hunger