Impact of biochar, compost, and sludge amendments on the soil water balance of a sandy soil
University of Novi Sad · Forschungszentrum Jülich · +1 more institution
Abstract
Sandy soils, with inherently low water retention and poor hydraulic properties, present significant challenges for sustainable agriculture, particularly in water-limited conditions. This study investigates the impact of biochar, sludge, and compost amendments on the soil hydraulic properties and water balance of a sandy soil. A 441-day lysimeter experiment evaluated six treatments: biochar (A), sludge (B), compost (C), biochar + sludge (D), biochar + compost (E), and biochar + sludge + compost (F). Results showed that combined treatments outperformed single amendments, with treatment F (biochar + sludge + compost) exhibiting the most pronounced improvements in soil water dynamics. This treatment reduced…
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- FWCI
- 54.34
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- 100%
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- 42
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5Topics & keywords
- Water balance
- Soil conditioner
- Sewage sludge
- Soil water
- Balance (ability)
- Surface runoff
- Amendment
- Biosolids
- Zero hunger