Hey connections, provide some good quality papers/materials where I can find all the important points related to the advanced technologies to mitigate the soil ecological degradation.
1. Biological Treatments: Biological treatments, such as bioremediation, phytoremediation, and composting, can be used to treat soil contaminated with pollutants. Bioremediation involves the use of microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, to break down pollutants in the soil. Phytoremediation relies on the ability of certain plants to take up and store pollutants from the soil. Composting involves the use of organic materials, such as plant and animal waste, to improve the structure of the soil and to increase its fertility. 2. Structural Treatments: Structural treatments, such as terracing, subsoiling, and contour plowing, can be used to reduce soil erosion and to improve the water-holding capacity of the soil. Terracing and subsoiling involve the use of physical barriers and physical modifications to the soil to reduce runoff and erosion. Contour plowing involves plowing along the contour of a slope to reduce runoff and erosion.
3. Chemical Treatments: Chemical treatments, such as fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides, can be used to improve soil fertility, control pests, and reduce weeds. These chemicals can be applied directly to the soil or mixed with irrigation water. 4. Cover Crops: Cover crops, such as legumes, can be used to improve soil fertility, reduce erosion, and increase organic matter in the soil. Legumes are able to fix nitrogen from the atmosphere, which can be used to fertilize the soil. Cover crops can also provide food and habitat for beneficial organisms, such as earthworms and other soil organisms.
5. Organic Matter: Adding organic matter to the soil can improve the structure and water-holding capacity of the soil. Organic matter can be added to the soil in the form of compost, manure, green manures, and crop residues.
To complement some of Dr. Donkor points, you might be interested in some of our gully erosion control and stabilization measures in Researchgate. One of the native plants we tried was switchgrass, and we noted substantial organic development in one year. Native plant development can sometimes be slow, so picking a quality mix of annual cover grasses was also helpful. Many of the bullied areas we treated was down to the saprolite C horizon, which are very poor and highly erosive. Due to severe storms or other issues, monitoring, maintenance or added treatments may be needed to ensure results.
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