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Unity, Maine has become the center of a groundbreaking research project aimed at introducing biochar into PFAS-contaminated soil to reduce crop uptake and leaching of PFAS into groundwater, as well as improving soil health. Northern Tilth, LLC, working with Hunter Farm and Purdue University, is leading the study, which has been actively underway since October 2023 and is expected to conclude in June 2026. The research explores the utilization and effectiveness of biochar incorporation into PFAS-contaminated soil at Hunter Farm, aiming to reduce PFAS uptake and improve overall soil health. The project is titled “Biochar Use to Reduce Crop Uptake of PFAS and Improve Soil Health.” Read more below!

🌍🔍 Exciting insights from a recent EJP SOIL study showcase how liming can enhance microbial carbon use efficiency (CUE), contributing significantly to soil organic carbon (SOC) accrual—an essential element in climate-smart agriculture. Typical of EJP SOIL, this study is the fruit of an international collaboration between researchers from across Europe, including Julia Schroeder, Claudia Dǎmǎtîrcǎ, Claire Chenu and Lars Elsgaard from Thünen Institute, INRAE, DCA - Nationalt Center for Fødevarer og Jordbrug, University of Turin and Aarhus Universitet. 📊 Study Highlights: - Enhancing Soil Health: By altering soil pH, liming can shift microbial processes that either increase or decrease CUE, thereby influencing SOC storage. - Impact Across Europe: This research utilized soils from various long-term field experiments in Europe, illustrating the broad implications for soil management practices. - Dynamic Soil Responses: The study identified a U-shaped relationship between soil pH and CUE, with optimal levels promoting carbon storage. Why It Matters: This is just one example of the ground-breaking research EJP SOIL is conducting across Europe to devise strategies that integrate scientific knowledge into practical applications, ensuring sustainable agricultural practices and enhanced soil health. 🌱 Dive deeper into the research and discover how these insights can transform agricultural practices: https://lnkd.in/dcrPhAqp #ClimateAction #SustainableAgriculture #SoilScience #EJPSoil #ResearchImpact

Ever wondered what happens to pesticides 🍏 🌻 once they are applied in agricultural fields? 🚜🔭 Well, of course they enter the atmosphere 🌫, but for how long and where do they go? I’m proud to present you the first of my published work for my PhD Thesis. 📝📰 In this paper, we: -      Investigated the occurrence of 76 current-use pesticide at the European scale -      Identified 22 pesticides as prone to long-range transport due to their presence in remote ecosystems such as the Arctic or high-altitude mountain 📈 -      Identified 7 pesticides as seemingly persistent in the European atmosphere 📊 -      Raised concerns regarding the limitations of the current risk assessment procedures for these compounds 📉 I’m incredibly proud of this project, I have worked on it for the last 4 years. I would like to thank RECETOX and all my scientific partners on that adventure, but also ACTRIS-RI and #emep for the use of their infrastructure and setting up this study, which is the first of its kind scale-wise and proved that this type of studies are possible. Link for the paper 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eMEWWVPr

🌱 Exciting Discoveries in the biochar realm! 🌱 Our latest research explores the long-term impacts of sewage sludge biochar on soil health, and the results are promising: 🌾 Sustained Microbial Diversity Five years after the application of biochar, we observed a significant increase in microbial diversity, particularly in bacteria like Lachnospira and fungi from the Aspergillaceae family. Notably, biochar produced at 500°C (Biochar500) had the most substantial effect. 🔬 Enhanced Soil Fertility and Crop Yields Biochar continued to boost soil phosphorus and calcium levels even after several years, contributing to improved corn yields. This shows biochar’s potential as a long-term soil amendment for enhancing both nutrient cycling and crop productivity. 💡 Key Takeaway Biochar's effects extend well beyond immediate application, providing sustainable benefits for soil health and agricultural productivity over time. Looking forward to more innovations in sustainable agriculture! 🌿 #Biochar #SoilMicrobiome #SustainableAgriculture #SoilHealth #AgInnovation Access the article here:

A very interesting paper 🌾 #environnement #environment #toxicologie #pesticide #pesticides #research #agriculture

Research to ensure safe feed for animals and safe organic fertilizer for vegetable production. As a Research for Development #R4D project, the BSF for Bio Circular Economy and Environmental Sustainability (BBEST) partners with Top notch research institutions to address challenges that might be related to the rearing of the Black soldier flies. The project is supported by the Institute of Marine Research (IMR) and the Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research (NIBIO) to conduct research on the different substrates. With their expertise, they will perform advanced analysis on the larvae and the frass, check for potential contaminants and heavy metals to ensure that end products (dried larvae and the frass) are safe. These will improve the acceptability and the adoptability of the BSF technology.   Through its partners, the project is undertaking experiments on the performance of the frass on different vegetables in different countries. #safefeed #safeorganicfertiliser #researchfordevelopment #iitabbestproject #bsftechnology

#Biochar, analyzed in a comprehensive meta-study, proves effective in mitigating #soilsalinity. A 13.2% reduction in electrical conductivity, a 17.0% increase in cation exchange capacity highlight its impact. While pH remains unaffected, the study underscores biochar’s potential in sustainable agriculture for severely salinized soils, emphasizing the need for nuanced research. https://lnkd.in/gQDq3ARE

This poster explores the beginning of Isla Stubbs PhDs' journey, delving into the cause and increase of antidepressants in the environment. The heightened use of reclaimed wastewater and biosolids in agriculture intensifies soil exposure to pharmaceuticals. Given the increasing reliance on reclaimed wastewater due to climate change, urgent research is imperative to understand the chronic, low-level exposure of agricultural soils to pharmaceuticals. As her PhD progresses, her studies will explore the terrestrial environmental fate of these chemicals, and potential adverse effects on various ecosystem processes, including crop health, soil microbial processes, and ecotoxicological effects. Read her poster 📜 https://hubs.ly/Q02xKd4J0

I'm excited to share the findings from our latest research on biochar application in mitigating soil toxicity. Biochar, derived from sugarcane straw, exhibits promising potential for improving soil health. However, understanding its effects on soil biota remains crucial. Our study delved into the ecotoxicological impacts of biochar on different soil types and organism species. While biochar shows promise in enhancing plant growth and supporting worm populations, its effects on springtails suggest potential risks at certain dosages. This research fills critical gaps in ecotoxicology, helping to delineate safe biochar concentrations for various soil types and paving the way for optimized application strategies. As we move forward, it is essential to balance biochar's benefits with its potential ecological risks, ensuring sustainable soil health improvements. For more in-depth insights, feel free to dive into the full research paper! https://lnkd.in/dXZYfYXC

📢 New paper out!!!🌿🌊 To combat the global loss of #wetlands and their essential functions, the restoration and creation of wetlands is imperative. However, wetland development is challenging when #soils have been in prolonged agricultural use, often resulting in a substantial #nutrient legacy, especially of #phosphorous (P). Inundating these soils typically leads to P mobilization, resulting in poor #water quality and low biodiversity recovery. As a potential novel means to overcome this challenge, we tested whether cultivation of the floating fern Azolla filiculoides could simultaneously extract and recycle P, and provide a commercial product. Azolla is rich in proteins and can be used for different purposes. Some chefs even made (allegedly tasteful) Azolla-burgers. We found that rapid P extraction by A. filiculoides cultivation is possible on soils rich in labile P, offering new perspectives for wetland rehabilitation. Additional field trials are recommended to investigate long-term feasibility, seasonal variations, and the influence of potential grazers and pathogens. Congrats to Renske Vroom, Fons Smolders, Bas van de Riet, Leon P.M. Lamers, E. Güngör, Sebastian Krosse, Germa Verheggen-Kleinheerenbrink, N.R. van der Wal, and Sarian Kosten Radboud University Nijmegen, Radboud Faculty of Science, Radboud Institute for Biological and Environmental Sciences (RIBES) https://lnkd.in/emCTGsBp