RETRACTED: Biochar modulating soil biological health: A review

Biochar effects on soil biota – A review

Lehmann, J., Rillig, M. C., Thies, J., Masiello, C. A., Hockaday, W. C., & Crowley, D. (2011) · Soil Biology and Biochemistry · doi:10.1016/j.soilbio.2011.04.022 · Cited by 5,074

Biochar as a sorbent for contaminant management in soil and water: A review

Ahmad, M., Rajapaksha, A. U., Lim, J. E., Zhang, M., Bolan, N., Mohan, D., Vithanage, M., Lee, S. S., & Ok, Y. S. (2014) · Chemosphere · doi:10.1016/j.chemosphere.2013.10.071 · Cited by 4,662

Soil bacterial and fungal communities across a pH gradient in an arable soil

Rousk, J., Bååth, E., Brookes, P. C., Lauber, C. L., Lozupone, C., Caporaso, J. G., Knight, R. D., & Fierer, N. (2010) · The ISME Journal · doi:10.1038/ismej.2010.58 · Cited by 4,267

Dynamic Molecular Structure of Plant Biomass-Derived Black Carbon (Biochar)

Keiluweit, M., Nico, P. S., Johnson, M. G., & Kleber, M. (2010) · Environmental Science & Technology · doi:10.1021/es9031419 · Cited by 3,230

Biochar physicochemical properties: pyrolysis temperature and feedstock kind effects

Tomczyk, A., Sokołowska, Z., & Boguta, P. (2020) · Reviews in Environmental Science and Bio/Technology · doi:10.1007/s11157-020-09523-3 · Cited by 2,948

Ameliorating physical and chemical properties of highly weathered soils in the tropics with charcoal - A review

Glaser, B., Lehmann, J., & Zech, W. (2002) · Biology and Fertility of Soils · doi:10.1007/s00374-002-0466-4 · Cited by 2,890

Soil organic carbon storage as a key function of soils - A review of drivers and indicators at various scales

Wiesmeier, M., Urbanski, L., Hobley, E., Lang, B. R., Lützow, M. V., Marín-Spiotta, E., van Wesemael, B., Rabot, É., Ließ, M., García-Franco, N., et al. (2018) · Geoderma · doi:10.1016/j.geoderma.2018.07.026 · Cited by 2,060

The knowns, known unknowns and unknowns of sequestration of soil organic carbon

Stockmann, U., Adams, M. A., Crawford, J. W., Field, D. J., Henakaarchchi, N., Jenkins, M. E., Minasny, B., McBratney, A. B., de Courcelles, V. D. R., Singh, K., et al. (2012) · Agriculture Ecosystems & Environment · doi:10.1016/j.agee.2012.10.001 · Cited by 1,829

Charring the Waste Biomass To Precious Biochar: A Resource for Sustainable Agriculture

Pathak, S., Kumar, A., & Srivastava, S. (2025) · Journal of soil science and plant nutrition · doi:10.1007/s42729-025-02715-2 · Cited by 3

The Critical Role of Pyrolysis Temperature: A Comparative Study of Corn Stover, Rice Straw, Rice Husk, and Sawdust

Zhou, H., Xu, Z., Huang, Y., Bao, Y., Zhang, T., & Yuan, S. (2025) · Waste and Biomass Valorization · doi:10.1007/s12649-025-03334-9 · Cited by 2

Effects of Co‐Application of Calcium Peroxide and Biochar on Soil Properties and Bamboo Belowground Biomass Under Mulching Condition

Feng, X., Xia, W., Tang, L., & Qian, Z. (2026) · Land Degradation and Development · doi:10.1002/ldr.70449 · Cited by 2

Assessing the impact of nature-based solutions on soil health in sub-Saharan Africa through farmer-centred methods

Bittner, D., Smith, J. U., Leontidis, G., Campbell, G. A., Biegel, J., Smith, P., Kuhnert, M., Skalský, R., Giuliani, L. M., Salik, A. W., et al. (2026) · Environmental Research Letters · doi:10.1088/1748-9326/ae3975 · Cited by 3

Biochar altered microbial nitrogen transformation and enhanced plant nitrogen utilization efficiency in an alkaline soil

Zhou, H., Chen, G., Zhang, Y., Li, C., Liu, X., Guo, Z., Sun, X., Deng, Y., ZWIETEN, L. V., & Pan, G. (2026) · Journal of Environmental Management · doi:10.1016/j.jenvman.2026.129308 · Cited by 2

Biochar-based microbial fertilizer enhances cucumber growth and yield by improving soil quality in protected agriculture

Fan, D., Zhou, B., Chen, X., Yao, S., Duan, M., Sun, X., Hu, W., & Deepagoda, T. K. K. C. (2026) · Soil and Tillage Research · doi:10.1016/j.still.2026.107211 · Cited by 2

The impact of climate-induced extreme weather events on soil constraints and ecosystem functioning

Kumar, M., Bolan, S. S., Naorem, A., Shukla, S., Chandel, N., Mukherjee, S., Srinivasarao, C., Saco, P., Rodriguez, J., Furtak, K., et al. (2026) · Journal of Soils and Sediments · doi:10.1007/s11368-026-04351-4 · Cited by 2

Biochar for the adsorptive removal of pesticide and microplastics from soil

Heo, J. M., Lee, H. J., & Jho, E. H. (2026) · Environmental Engineering Research · doi:10.4491/eer.2026.022 · Cited by 2

A Comprehensive Review of the Biochar-Mediated Alleviation of Salt Stress

Chandrasekaran, M., Kang, I., Ayyaru, S., Alagarasan, J. K., & Sivanesan, I. (2026) · Plants · doi:10.3390/plants15111699 · Cited by 2

Deciphering the Soil‐Plant Responses to Salinization: Biochar as an Effective Remedy‐Exploring Its Properties and Mitigation Role

Babar, S., Qasim, M., Baloch, A., Wang, J., Memon, S. P., Xia, X., & Jiang, C. (2026) · Land Degradation and Development · doi:10.1002/ldr.70439 · Cited by 2

Biochar and nanoparticle composites (nano-modified biochar) as next-generation soil amendments for sustainable salt stress management

Sultan, H., Chen, J., Li, Y., Ulhassan, Z., Abbas, H. M. M., nazim, M., Wan, H., Faizan, M., & Zeng, C. (2026) · Journal of Advanced Research · doi:10.1016/j.jare.2026.08.050 · Cited by 2

Reclamation of co-pyrolyzed dredging sediment as soil cadmium and arsenic immobilization material: Immobilization efficiency, application safety, and underlying mechanisms

Liu, Q., Sheng, Y., Liu, X., & Wang, Z. (2024) · Journal of Environmental Management · doi:10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122753 · Cited by 2

Effect of lignin carbon material on phosphorus solubilisation performance of Bacillus megaterium

Yang, Z., Tian, Y., Zhao, J., Liu, J., Lin, X., Xi, Y., Wang, H., Kong, F., Zhang, F., & Qiu, X. (2024) · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules · doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.138858 · Cited by 2

Responses of Soil Microbial Communities in an Alkalized Meadow Soil to Biochar Addition

Gao, T., Zhang, Y., Cui, Z., & Cao, C. (2025) · Microorganisms · doi:10.3390/microorganisms13061228 · Cited by 2

Effects of biochar and organic fertilizer on microorganisms and aggregates and their carbon sequestration in sediment

Li, H., Gong, J., Qin, M., Tang, S., & Song, B. (2025) · Journal of Soils and Sediments · doi:10.1007/s11368-025-04060-4 · Cited by 2

Role of Biochar in Remediation of Soil Pollutants

Younis, M., Nadeem, H. M., Khalid, S., Bibi, I., Tariq, T. Z., Murtaza, B., Niazi, N. K., & Shahid, M. A. R. (2025) · Sustainable landscape planning and natural resources management · doi:10.1007/978-3-031-73154-9_13 · Cited by 1

Iron‐Modified Biochar and Plant Species in Enhancing Wastewater Treatment in Constructed Wetlands

Liu, X. H., Zhang, Y., Xiao, L., Li, Y., Li, J., & Du, D. (2025) · Aquatic Conservation Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems · doi:10.1002/aqc.70162 · Cited by 1

Biochar as a Platform to Increase Manure Carbon Residence Time in Soil

Banik, C., Sashidhar, P., Smith, R. G., & Bakshi, S. (2025) · GCB Bioenergy · doi:10.1111/gcbb.70055 · Cited by 1

Responses of Microbial Community Composition, Diversity, and Stability To Pepper Cultivation in Degraded Vegetable Soils Under Reductive Soil Disinfestation and Biochar Amendment

Yin, C., Liu, M.-L., Yan, D., Ye, R., Si, Y., Ma, H., & Yin, Y. (2025) · Journal of soil science and plant nutrition · doi:10.1007/s42729-025-02621-7 · Cited by 1

Assessment of Waste-Derived Biochars on the Health and Biological Activity of Soil

Shaw, A., Muscalu, R. D., & Wimmerová, L. (2025) · Journal of Visualized Experiments · doi:10.3791/68994 · Cited by 1

Evaluating the Role of Tobacco Stalk Biochar in Wheat Growth Under Microplastic Exposure

Li, S., Yang, Q., Jiang, L. H., Yao, J., Luo, Y., Ma, R., Liu, J., Ren, J., Xiang, Y., & Liu, Y. (2025) · Plants · doi:10.3390/plants14233578 · Cited by 1

Effects of plant-waste–derived biochars on soil properties, biochemical composition, and sensory quality of water spinach (Ipomoea aquatica Forsk.)

Udomkun, P., Rupngam, T., Müller, J., Boonupara, T., & Kaewlom, P. (2025) · Journal of Agriculture and Food Research · doi:10.1016/j.jafr.2025.102550 · Cited by 2

Synergistic effects of biochar-immobilized Stenotrophomonas acidaminiphila on potassium availability and ryegrass productivity in purplish soil

Zhang, T., Wei, W., Xie, J., Zhou, Z., Pu, Y., Jia, Y., Liu, X., Zhang, S., Wang, G., Xu, X., et al. (2025) · Journal of Environmental Management · doi:10.1016/j.jenvman.2025.128119 · Cited by 1

Biochar modulates morphophysiological traits and yield stability in Phaseolus vulgaris L. via biochemical adjustments under tropospheric Ozone stress

Upadhyay, V., Choudhary, K. K., Agrawal, M., & Agrawal, S. B. (2025) · Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems · doi:10.3389/fsufs.2025.1634511 · Cited by 1

Minimal bamboo biochar dosing as sediment additive in sediment microbial fuel cells for bioelectricity production and benthic nutrient removal

Noor, N. N. M., & Kim, K. (2025) · Bioelectrochemistry · doi:10.1016/j.bioelechem.2025.109182 · Cited by 1

Biochar Addition as a Strategy for Increasing Amorphophallus konjac Yield: from the Perspective of Improving Soil Physicochemical Properties and Bacterial Community Diversity

Gao, Z., Jian, T., Zhang, Y., Lan, M., Dong, X., Chen, H., Yu, Q., & Li, J. (2026) · Journal of soil science and plant nutrition · doi:10.1007/s42729-025-02886-y · Cited by 1

Enhanced Nitrogen Use Efficiency and Reshaped Phyllosphere Microbiome through Biochar Application and Nitrogen Fertilizer Reduction

Zhu, M., Huang, K., Wang, X. Q., Yang, F., & Ni, K. (2026) · Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry · doi:10.1021/acs.jafc.5c10538 · Cited by 1

Machine Learning Predicts Drivers of Biochar-Diazotrophic Bacteria in Enhancing Brachiaria Growth and Soil Quality

da Silva, T. D. G. E., da Costa, D. P., da França, R. F., Filho, A. P. M., Barbosa, M. R. F., de Barros, J. A., Duda, G. P., Hammecker, C., Lima, J. R. D. S., de Araújo, A. S. F., et al. (2026) · AgriEngineering · doi:10.3390/agriengineering8030118 · Cited by 1

Combined water and biochar application increases tomato yield and quality through modulation of soil properties and rhizosphere microbial communities

Li, M., Zhang, C., Yang, Q., Guo, J., Wang, H., Cheng, M., Li, J., Zhang, L., Li, Y., Pu, Y., et al. (2026) · Journal of Agriculture and Food Research · doi:10.1016/j.jafr.2026.102847 · Cited by 1

Effect of biochar application on soil properties, crop yield, and soil carbon sequestration

Newton, R. A., Rouhani, A., Souki, K. S. A., Mamirova, A., & Pidlisnyuk, V. (2026) · Elsevier eBooks · doi:10.1016/b978-0-443-29865-3.00008-x · Cited by 1

The binding effect of biochar with polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and their derivatives: Role in carbon sequestration and pollutant removal efficiency

Fawad, M., Zhang, L., Ibrahim, A., Xu, X., Wu, T., Han, M., Rajput, V. D., Qin, C., & Ling, W. (2026) · Journal of Environmental Management · doi:10.1016/j.jenvman.2026.129883 · Cited by 1

Reclaimed Water and Biochar in Southern Highbush Blueberry Production: A Review of Root-Zone Chemistry, Growth, and Solute Dynamics

Saleem, Y., & Kadyampakeni, D. M. (2026) · Water · doi:10.3390/w18101141 · Cited by 1

Biochar application rate regulates soil microbial processes and nutrient dynamics in compost-amended urban agricultural soils

Gao, S., Burce, K., Smith, L., Espinoza, N., & Melbourne, A. (2026) · Frontiers in Soil Science · doi:10.3389/fsoil.2026.1845450 · Cited by 1

Biochar Modulates the Dynamics of Legacy Nutrients in Enhancing Soil Health and Crop Productivity

Kumar, M., Bolan, S., Kumar, R., Gupta, J., Chen, D., Wu, H., Stackpoole, S. M., Chandel, N., Mukherjee, S., Garg, M. C., et al. (2026) · Land · doi:10.3390/land15060896 · Cited by 3

Synergistic Biochar–Wood Vinegar Amendments Boost Soil Microbial Function, Carbon Sequestration, and Crop Productivity Across European Agroecosystems

Sebestyén, T. T. (2026) · Advances in Agriculture · doi:10.1155/aia/7062841 · Cited by 1

Mechanistic study on the optimization of soil ecological structure and promotion of rapeseed (Brassica napus L.) growth by co-application of organic fertilizer and biochar

Jia, J., Ma, J. J., Liu, S., Zhou, Y., Jiang, J., Wang, J., Shi, C., Yang, N., Zhang, H. J., Tiến, L. H., et al. (2026) · Frontiers in Microbiology · doi:10.3389/fmicb.2026.1874862 · Cited by 1

Effects of drought stress on the productivity and quality of sunflower achenes and applied resilience approaches: A comprehensive review

Ayadi, J., Langlade, N., Alignan, M., Merah, O., & Evon, P. (2026) · Plant Stress · doi:10.1016/j.stress.2026.101460 · Cited by 1

Organic and biochar-based fertilizers reshape bacterial communities and enhance fertility in acidic rubber plantation soils

Yang, J., 石晓玲, Geng, S., Yang, C., & Xu, M. (2026) · Frontiers in Microbiology · doi:10.3389/fmicb.2026.1861571 · Cited by 1

Enhancing crop productivity under stress through plant growth-promoting bacterial consortia: Relevance to sustainable development goals

Bhuyan, B. (2026) · Microbiological Research · doi:10.1016/j.micres.2026.128641 · Cited by 1

Short-Term Soil Health Responses to Biochar and Irrigation in a Sandy Loam Soil

Haider, M. A., Wang, J. J., Dodla, S. K., Guardado, K., Ahmed, A., Jeong, C., & Gaston, L. A. (2026) · Journal of soil science and plant nutrition · doi:10.1007/s42729-026-03378-3 · Cited by 1

Biochar as a carrier for beneficial microorganisms: a novel strategy for soil sustainability

Rajendran, G., Kanuri, K. S. K., Tenzimit, L., Quadriya, H., Adelly, A., Selvam, H., Manasa, V., Umarajashekhar, A., Venkatanna, B., Borah, M., et al. (2026) · Elsevier eBooks · doi:10.1016/b978-0-443-44099-1.00003-7 · Cited by 1

From waste to wealth: Production, properties, and emerging applications of agro-industrial biochar through the lens of TRL and trends

García-Rollán, M., Gutiérrez, M. C., Toledo, M., Siles, J. Á., Chica, A. F., & Martı́n, M. A. (2026) · Biomass and Bioenergy · doi:10.1016/j.biombioe.2026.110144 · Cited by 2

Nanoscale zero-valent iron/biochar composites containing persistent free radicals (PFRs) for degradation of p-nitrophenol

Li, X., Li, H., Gu, X. F., Lu, X., Jin, Y., Ma, Y., Wang, B., & Liang, H. X. (2024) · Environmental Science and Pollution Research · doi:10.1007/s11356-024-34146-4 · Cited by 1

Process development and utilization of organic and inorganic fertilizer combinatorial in the remediation of petroleum hydrocarbon polluted soil

Ugbune, U., Edo, G. I., Okuo, J., Anegbe, B., Elemike, E. E., Gaaz, T. S., Yousif, E. A., Zainulabdeen, K., Akpoghelie, P. O., Isoje, E. F., et al. (2025) · Discover Chemistry. · doi:10.1007/s44371-025-00080-8 · Cited by 1

Pathogenic Escherichia coli Virulome in Top Soil Improvers and Irrigation Waters Devoted to Leafy Vegetable Production: Hazard Assessment From a Case Study in Italy

Barbieri, G., Gigliucci, F., Palma, S., Minelli, F., Chiani, P., Marra, M., Carollo, M., Knijn, A., Brambilla, G., & Morabito, S. (2025) · Food Safety and Health · doi:10.1002/fsh3.70009 · Cited by 1

The potential of biochar and compost from sugarcane bagasse on growth, yield, nutrient uptake of shallot and properties of an Inceptisol

Zu’amah, H., Handayani, C. O., Dewi, T., Arianti, F. D., Beti, J. A., Jufri, A., Rosjidi, M., Sahara, D., Maro’ah, S., & Syamsiyah, J. (2025) · Journal of Degraded and Mining Lands Management · doi:10.15243/jdmlm.2025.123.7559 · Cited by 1

Biomass-derived nanomaterials for environmental remediation

Tran, Q. B., Le, V. T., Tu, T. T., & Hoang, H. Y. (2025) · Elsevier eBooks · doi:10.1016/b978-0-443-33014-8.00009-0

Effects of Modified Senna obtusifolia Straw Biochar on Organic Matter Mineralization and Nutrient Transformation in Siraitia grosvenorii Farmland

Hu, L., Bai, Y., Shu, L., Liu, G., Liang, J., Deng, H., Li, A., Li, L., Pan, L., & Huang, Y. (2025) · Agronomy · doi:10.3390/agronomy15081877

Study on the regulation effect of biochar on the engineering properties of domestic sources contaminated soil

Guo, Y., Sang, S., Tan, L., & Zhang, R. (2025) · Journal of Taibah University for Science · doi:10.1080/16583655.2025.2542674

Catalytic innovations in fertilizer production from agricultural waste: Enhancing soil health and sustainability

Skrzypczak, D., Pstrowska, K., Niciejewska, A., Mazur-Nowacka, A., Wilk, Ł. J., & Chojnacka, K. (2025) · Applied Catalysis O Open · doi:10.1016/j.apcato.2025.207064

The Role of Biochar in Sustainable Agriculture

Shrivastava, M., Singh, R., & Srivastava, S. (2025) · Springer eBooks · doi:10.1007/978-981-95-0425-1_3

Synergistic efficiency of COD removal and CO2 emissions in biochar-modified bioretention systems

Zhang, Z., Zhang, X., Li, Y., Chen, H., Zhang, X., Tan, C., Gong, Y., & Li, H.-Y. (2025) · Journal of Environmental Sciences · doi:10.1016/j.jes.2025.09.028

Vertical flow constructed wetlands with Parthenium hysterophorous biochar: A nature-based solution for dairy effluent treatment

Singh, S., Kirrolia, A., & Bishnoi, N. R. (2025) · Cleaner Water · doi:10.1016/j.clwat.2025.100153 · Cited by 1

Biochar: the Earth’s black gold – a sustainable agricultural revolution

Rahman, U., Younas, Z., Ahmad, M., Ahmad, I., & Mashwani, Z. (2025) · Biofuels Bioproducts and Biorefining · doi:10.1002/bbb.70059

Biochar Application for Reducing Soil Salinity and Promoting Plant Growth under Climate Change

Bratovčić, A. (2025) · Journal of Agricultural Chemistry and Environment · doi:10.4236/jacen.2025.144029

La Terra Preta de Índio: una reflexión ancestral para la enseñanza contemporánea de la química

Villarreal, A., Villarreal, R. B., Ortiz-Moreno, H., & Cuevas, R. (2025) · Educación Química · doi:10.22201/fq.18708404e.2025.4.91836e

Bioremediation of dimethoate and atrazine in black cotton soil using Chlorella vulgaris

Yeheyo, H. A., Ealias, A. M., Gujjula, K. R., & George, G. (2025) · Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology · doi:10.1007/s00128-025-04135-5

Synergistic effects of syzygium cumini sawdust biochar and poultry manure on soil quality enhancement, nitrogen, organic carbon dynamics, and Amaranthus cruentus growth

Kar, S., Reddy, M. K., Asthana, R., Srivastava, P., Dhaarani, R., Reddy, K. V. N. S., Meghamala, V., Koduru, J. R., & Karri, R. R. (2025) · Scientific Reports · doi:10.1038/s41598-025-25003-6

The Nexus Between Pesticides, Climate Change, Carbon Sequestration, and Soil Health

Mageshwaran, V., Lawal, O. T., Osemwegie, O. O., Arutselvan, R., & Ologundudu, A. F. (2025) · Springer eBooks · doi:10.1007/978-3-031-81669-7_12 · Cited by 1

Mejoramiento de suelos degradados aplicando biocarbón, distrito El Milagro, Utcubamba, Amazonas

Medina, G. A. V., & Flores, J. E. (2025) · Revista Científica Dékamu Agropec · doi:10.55996/dekamuagropec.v6i2.369

Environmental Heterogeneity Drives Distinct Spatial Distribution Patterns of Microbial Co-Occurring Species Across Different Grassland Types

Liu, W., Xue, K., Zhang, B., Zhou, S. T., Cao, W., Wang, K., Hao, Y., Cui, X., & Wang, Y. (2026) · Microorganisms · doi:10.3390/microorganisms14010156

Coconut Shell Biochar and NPK Fertilizer Improve the Growth and Yield of Zucchini in Peat Soil

Chotimah, H. E. N. C., Zubaidah, S., Rahayuningsih, S. E. A., Asie, E. R., Sirenden, R. T., Darung, U., Asie, K. V., Sinta, R. T. D., Syahrudin, S., & Ichriani, G. I. (2026) · Acta Agrobotanica · doi:10.5586/aa/215524

Rapid evidence synthesis of soil fauna responses to agricultural management assisted by large language modelsPreprint

Leitao, R., Podpečan, V., Cunha, L., Vazquez, C., David, F., Imbert, C., Symanczik, S., Sousa, J. P., Bünemann, E. K., Debeljak, M., et al. (2026) · SSRN Electronic Journal · doi:10.2139/ssrn.6097235

Stabilization of Soil Organic Carbon and Cd in Vegetables and Corn Driven by Crop-Specific Rhizosphere Effects, and Amendment of Biochar and Earthworm ActivityPreprint

Tibihenda, C., Chen, Y., Zhang, M., Zhong, H., Jia, L., Wu, L., Motelica‐Heino, M., Lü, Y., & Zhang, C. (2026) · SSRN Electronic Journal · doi:10.2139/ssrn.6271446

Relict charcoal hearths as indicators of long-term microbial shifts and functional imbalance in forest soilsPreprint

Chojnacka, A., Jończak, J., Barbarino, V., Zawiska, I., Szewczyk, K., Gmińska‐Nowak, B., Kołaczkowska, E., Łuców, D., Hałaś, A., Mroczkowska, A., et al. (2026) · SSRN Electronic Journal · doi:10.2139/ssrn.6301404

Biochar addition improves soil quality of tea plants via shift in bacterial community

Zhao, Y., Mi, M. L., Wang, S., Fang, B., Zhu, H., Jin, Z., Wong, M. H., Shan, S., & Ping, L. (2026) · 3 Biotech · doi:10.1007/s13205-026-04731-0

Soil Drums and Microbial Rhythms: Compartment-specific responses of soil, root, and earthworm gut microbiomes to Terra Preta de Índio–inspired amendmentsPreprint

Leitao, R., Ferreira, T., Ferreira, N. G. C., Orozco-terWengel, P., Kille, P., Brown, G. G., & Cunha, L. (2026) · SSRN Electronic Journal · doi:10.2139/ssrn.6442009

The Role of Biochar in Boosting Soil Microbial Diversity, Metabolic Activity, and Heavy Metal Retention in Rice Agroecosystems

Din, I. U., Ma, L., Tan, X., Chen, Y., Liang, Q., Afzal, M., & Tan, Z. (2026) · Water Air & Soil Pollution · doi:10.1007/s11270-026-09369-5

Reconciling soil health benefits with the carbon sequestration potential of organic carbonaceous amendments

Bolan, N. S., Ndlovu, N., Sharma, S., Spillane, C., Bolan, S. S., Mukherjee, S., Nagarajan, J., Kumar, M., Gupta, J., Srinivasarao, C., et al. (2026) · Advances in agronomy · doi:10.1016/bs.agron.2026.03.001

GMDH-based modelling of drought stress and soil amendment cross-talks in savory

Taheri‐Garavand, A., Ahmadi, A., Beiranvandi, M., & Nikoloudakis, N. (2026) · Plant and Soil · doi:10.1007/s11104-026-08467-x

Synergistic integration of biochar, bokashi liquid digestate, and microbiome transplants improves soil microbial diversity and seedling performance in citrus nurseries Formatted for Applied Soil EcologyPreprint

Pagliaccia, D., Cuaya, M., Ortiz, M., Peacock, B. B., Bodaghi, S., Mitra, A., Maki, B. C., Amador, M., Mohiuddin, A., Villalba-Salazar, G. R., et al. (2026) · SSRN Electronic Journal · doi:10.2139/ssrn.6616504

Effects of Biochar and Maize Roots on CO 2 Emissions and Microbial Biomass C in Loess Soils

Ludwig, B., Greenberg, I., & Joergensen, R. G. (2026) · Journal of Plant Nutrition and Soil Science · doi:10.1002/jpln.70079

Understanding Aridisols: Current Approaches and Technological Applications for Sustainable Forage Production in Semi-Arid and Arid Regions

Gómez-Palomo, P. A., Sánchez-Pérez, D. M., Flores-Loyola, E., Torres-Martínez, J. J., Hernández‐Beltrán, J. U., Aguirre-Joya, J. A., Ramírez‐Guzmán, N., & Lafuente-Rincón, D. F. (2026) · Soil Systems · doi:10.3390/soilsystems10050055

MgFe layered double hydroxide composite biochar affects nitrogen use efficiency in apple by regulating the rhizosphere microbial community structure and nitrogen cycling genes

Li, X., Xi, J., Liang, Y., Zhao, F., Yu, S., & Yu, K. (2026) · Applied Soil Ecology · doi:10.1016/j.apsoil.2026.107049

Mitigating the effects of copper and commercial glyphosate formulations with biochar: insights from Eisenia fetida avoidance assays

Sousa, J. R., Matos, C., Azevedo, T., Gonçalves, E. N., Rajput, V. D., Singh, A., Ghazaryan, K. A., Saraiva, F., Zhang, T., & Singh, R. K. (2026) · Biochar X · doi:10.48130/bchax-0026-0013

Synthesis and optimization of biochar compost nanocomposites for enhanced seed germination

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