Soil texture
View article: Studying the impacts of land use types and soil textures on agricultural drought in Ziya river basin using SWDI
Studying the impacts of land use types and soil textures on agricultural drought in Ziya river basin using SWDI Open
View article: Climate Surpasses Soil Texture in Driving Soil Salinization Alleviation in Arid Xinjiang
Climate Surpasses Soil Texture in Driving Soil Salinization Alleviation in Arid Xinjiang Open
Soil salinization in arid regions has drawn considerable attention due to its constraints on agricultural productivity and ecological security. Climate and soil texture, as key drivers at the macroscale, still lack systematic quantitative …
View article: Turbulent flux and hydrometeorology observations in the high-altitude Naya Kanga catchment, Langtang, Nepal (Nov 2023 – Oct 2024)
Turbulent flux and hydrometeorology observations in the high-altitude Naya Kanga catchment, Langtang, Nepal (Nov 2023 – Oct 2024) Open
Description High-altitude observations from four sites in the Naya Kanga subcathment in Langtang Valley in the Nepalese Himalaya. Data include observations from a flux tower (using a Campbell Scientific IRGASON), from a tipping bucket prec…
View article: Soil Characteristics and Vegetation Patterns in the Arid Steppe Rangeland in Southeast Algeria (Biskra)
Soil Characteristics and Vegetation Patterns in the Arid Steppe Rangeland in Southeast Algeria (Biskra) Open
This study aims to characterize soil properties, climate change and to investigate how these parameters influence the distribution of vegetation in the arid rangeland of Biskra (Algeria). Soil samples were collected from three stations in …
View article: Assessment of the Accuracy of ISRIC and ESDAC Soil Texture Data Compared to the Soil Map of Greece: A Statistical and Spatial Approach to Identify Sources of Differences
Assessment of the Accuracy of ISRIC and ESDAC Soil Texture Data Compared to the Soil Map of Greece: A Statistical and Spatial Approach to Identify Sources of Differences Open
Soil maps are essential for managing Earth’s resources, but the accuracy of widely used global and pan-European digital soil maps in heterogeneous landscapes remains a critical concern. This study provides a comprehensive evaluation of two…
View article: Turbulent flux and hydrometeorology observations in the high-altitude Naya Kanga catchment, Langtang, Nepal (Nov 2023 – Oct 2024)
Turbulent flux and hydrometeorology observations in the high-altitude Naya Kanga catchment, Langtang, Nepal (Nov 2023 – Oct 2024) Open
Description High-altitude observations from four sites in the Naya Kanga subcathment in Langtang Valley in the Nepalese Himalaya. Data include observations from a flux tower (using a Campbell Scientific IRGASON), from a tipping bucket prec…
View article: Soil Characteristics and Vegetation Patterns in the Arid Steppe Rangeland in Southeast Algeria (Biskra)
Soil Characteristics and Vegetation Patterns in the Arid Steppe Rangeland in Southeast Algeria (Biskra) Open
Abstract This study aims to characterize soil properties, climate change and to investigate how these parameters influence the distribution of vegetation in the arid rangeland of Biskra (Algeria). Soil s…
View article: Estimation of High-Resolution Surface Soil Moisture Through GIS-Based Frequency Ratio Modeling
Estimation of High-Resolution Surface Soil Moisture Through GIS-Based Frequency Ratio Modeling Open
This article presents a methodology for estimating higher-resolution soil moisture using GIS and frequency ratio (FR) modeling techniques. A global soil moisture database with a 9 km spatial resolution was used as reference data. A total o…
View article: Experimental insights into mucilage-mediated nutrient diffusion in different soil textures
Experimental insights into mucilage-mediated nutrient diffusion in different soil textures Open
Background and Aims Volumetric soil water content ( $${\theta }_{v}$$ ) strongly regulates nutrient diffusion, particularly under drying conditions. This study investigates how plant-derived mucilage alters water retention and the effe…
View article: Integrating Geophysics and Machine Learning for Soil Compaction Estimation in Agriculture
Integrating Geophysics and Machine Learning for Soil Compaction Estimation in Agriculture Open
Soil compaction is a significant factor affecting crop yield; however, traditional assessment methods are labor-intensive and costly. To address this issue, rapid and cost-effective estimation techniques are needed. Geophysical methods are…
View article: Sensor-based assessment of fertilizer strategies in soybean: linking SPAD, NDVI, plant height, and thermal imaging with biomass accumulation
Sensor-based assessment of fertilizer strategies in soybean: linking SPAD, NDVI, plant height, and thermal imaging with biomass accumulation Open
This study aimed to investigate the temporal effects of different fertilization strategies on the physiological, morphological, and biomass-related traits of soybean under controlled greenhouse conditions. Individual and combined applicati…
View article: Effects of Vegetation Restoration on Soil Fungal Communities During Early Post-Construction Phase of a Desert Steppe Photovoltaic Power Station
Effects of Vegetation Restoration on Soil Fungal Communities During Early Post-Construction Phase of a Desert Steppe Photovoltaic Power Station Open
Expansion of photovoltaic infrastructure in arid regions raises concerns about soil microhabitat degradation. Very few studies have systematically compared these recovery alternatives in reshaping the soil fungal communities during early r…
View article: Insights into sedimentation information and the environment via soil particle size analysis: A case study of several soil profiles in the Hulunbuir region of Northeast China
Insights into sedimentation information and the environment via soil particle size analysis: A case study of several soil profiles in the Hulunbuir region of Northeast China Open
View article: Geospatial Approach in Assessing Land Suitability for Agro-Horticulture in North Indian Hilly Region
Geospatial Approach in Assessing Land Suitability for Agro-Horticulture in North Indian Hilly Region Open
The study illustrates the use of Geographic Information System (GIS) tools and numerical Multi-Criteria Evaluation (MCE) techniques for selection of suitable sites for Agro-horticulture development of a Sitla rao watershed in Dehradun regi…
View article: Hydraulic Properties of Soils in Burned and Unburned Watersheds in Western Oregon Following the 2022 Cedar Creek Fire
Hydraulic Properties of Soils in Burned and Unburned Watersheds in Western Oregon Following the 2022 Cedar Creek Fire Open
The dataset includes soil hydraulic properties collected in burned and unburned basins following the 2022 Cedar Creek Fire in western Oregon. Soils were collected from July to September 2023. For each soil sample, sorptivity, field-saturat…
View article: Improvement of Soil Properties Maps using an Iterative Residual Correction Method
Improvement of Soil Properties Maps using an Iterative Residual Correction Method Open
Accurate mapping of soil properties is vital for many applications including precision irrigation and fertilization. However, existing models for digital soil maps underestimate their spatial variability or prediction uncertainties, which …
View article: Gully Extraction in Northeast China’s Black Soil Region: A Multi-CNN Comparison with Texture-Enhanced Remote Sensing
Gully Extraction in Northeast China’s Black Soil Region: A Multi-CNN Comparison with Texture-Enhanced Remote Sensing Open
Gully erosion poses a serious threat to soil fertility and agricultural sustainability in Northeast China’s black soil region. Accurate and efficient mapping of erosion gullies is critical for enabling targeted soil conservation and precis…
View article: Experimental Investigation of Soil Properties for Construction in Shimla Region
Experimental Investigation of Soil Properties for Construction in Shimla Region Open
In the current investigation, the soil sample was taken from Totu Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India (erstwhile summer capital of British India). Initially, the index properties of the soil were examined using water content, Specific gravity,…
View article: Determination of Soil Micronutrient Critical Values Using Mehlich 3 Extractant for Principal Field Crops
Determination of Soil Micronutrient Critical Values Using Mehlich 3 Extractant for Principal Field Crops Open
Reliable soil critical values (SCVs) for micronutrients are essential for accurate fertilizer recommendations. This study established crop-specific SCVs for boron (B), copper (Cu), iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), and zinc (Zn) extracted with Me…
View article: A calculation model for unsaturated permeability and soil–water characteristic curve of sandy soils considering pore distribution
A calculation model for unsaturated permeability and soil–water characteristic curve of sandy soils considering pore distribution Open
This study develops a pore-scale model to analyze how particle arrangement and variable cross-sectional pore geometry on the hydraulic behavior of unsaturated soils. The particle-size distribution is partitioned into groups, within which p…
View article: Date for Pennisetum flaccidum Patch Formation Promotes Soil Fine Particle Enrichment and “Fertile Island” Development in Alpine Meadow of Damxung, Tibetan
Date for Pennisetum flaccidum Patch Formation Promotes Soil Fine Particle Enrichment and “Fertile Island” Development in Alpine Meadow of Damxung, Tibetan Open
Data Description Research Hypothesis This study tested the hypothesis that Pennisetum flaccidum patch formation enhances soil fine particle enrichment and creates "fertile islands" by increasing aboveground biomass and vegetation coverage …
View article: Date for Pennisetum flaccidum Patch Formation Promotes Soil Fine Particle Enrichment and “Fertile Island” Development in Alpine Meadow of Damxung, Tibetan
Date for Pennisetum flaccidum Patch Formation Promotes Soil Fine Particle Enrichment and “Fertile Island” Development in Alpine Meadow of Damxung, Tibetan Open
Data Description Research Hypothesis This study tested the hypothesis that Pennisetum flaccidum patch formation enhances soil fine particle enrichment and creates "fertile islands" by increasing aboveground biomass and vegetation coverage …
View article: Herbivore species and patch heterogeneity modulate grazing‐induced shifts in soil nematode trophic structure and energy flux
Herbivore species and patch heterogeneity modulate grazing‐induced shifts in soil nematode trophic structure and energy flux Open
Grazing by large herbivores is a critical factor shaping grassland biodiversity and ecosystem functioning worldwide, yet its consequences for soil communities remain poorly understood. This gap is important because soil food webs underpin …
View article: The Spatial and Temporal Variability of Soil-Water Evaporation as Influenced by Near-Surface Soil Porosities
The Spatial and Temporal Variability of Soil-Water Evaporation as Influenced by Near-Surface Soil Porosities Open
Soil water evaporation rate (E) exhibits significant spatial and temporal variability under field conditions. Some studies demonstrated the influence of porosity (n) on soil-water evaporation processes. Still, the specific mechanisms for n…
View article: Impact of soil erosion on agricultural sustainability based on crop water productivity in semi-arid Iran
Impact of soil erosion on agricultural sustainability based on crop water productivity in semi-arid Iran Open
Soil erosion is a significant threat to global food production, reducing the productivity of natural ecosystems and agricultural lands. In this study, we examine the loss of crop water productivity in the Halil River agricultural watershed…
View article: Influence of Rhizosphere Dynamics and Soil Chemical Properties in Arid Environments on the Distribution, Abundance, and Diversity of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF)
Influence of Rhizosphere Dynamics and Soil Chemical Properties in Arid Environments on the Distribution, Abundance, and Diversity of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) Open
This study investigates the influence of rhizosphere dynamics and soil chemical properties on the distribution, abundance, and diversity of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) across two seasons (summer and winter). A total of 11 rhizospher…
View article: Modeling invasion risk of Mimosa pigra L. in Northeastern Thailand using Bayesian count models
Modeling invasion risk of Mimosa pigra L. in Northeastern Thailand using Bayesian count models Open
Mimosa pigra L. is a globally significant invasive species that threatens wetland and agricultural ecosystems across the tropics. This study models its population density (plants per square meter) in northeastern Thailand using Bayesian Po…
View article: Effect of Biochar Derived from Different Crop Residues on Soil Water Retention
Effect of Biochar Derived from Different Crop Residues on Soil Water Retention Open
The water retention capacity of Sierra Leone soils is low due to low organic matter content and the dominance of highly weathered low activity clay minerals such as kaolinite and iron and aluminum sequioxides. It is therefore essential to …
View article: Spatial-Temporal Evolution and Pattern Characteristics of Green Infrastructure in the Pisha Sandstone Area of the Middle Reaches of the Yellow River Basin, China
Spatial-Temporal Evolution and Pattern Characteristics of Green Infrastructure in the Pisha Sandstone Area of the Middle Reaches of the Yellow River Basin, China Open
The arsenic sandstone region constitutes one of the most severe soil erosion hotspots in the middle reaches of the Yellow River, China, where the soil and water conservation capacity is continuously deteriorating and landscape fragmentatio…
View article: Zinc Accumulation Patterns and Ecological Risk Assessment in Vineyard Topsoils Under Contrasting Topographies
Zinc Accumulation Patterns and Ecological Risk Assessment in Vineyard Topsoils Under Contrasting Topographies Open
In the vineyards, the terrain morphology and the intensive use of chemical fertilizers and organic mateials can pose a potential risk of soil contamination by heavy metals, particularly by Zn. Therefore, we evaluate the accumulation charac…