Kaur et al. (2024): Quantifying the carbon sequestration potential of different soil management practices aimed at increasing organic content in soil and reducing the usage of chemical inputs
Mandeep Kaur, N Nagabhooshanam, Prashant Sharma, Satyendra Singh, RVV Krishna IN: Global NEST Journal, 26, https://doi.org/10.30955/gnj.05932
This research focuses on quantifying the carbon sequestration potential of diverse soil management techniques aimed at increasing organic content in soil while minimizing the use of chemical inputs. It integrates a multidisciplinary approach, conducting field experiments across diverse agroecological regions with different soil types and cropping systems. Key practices under investigation include cover cropping, crop rotations, conservation tillage, compost application, organic amendments, integrated pest management (IPM), and precision agriculture. The study assesses their impact on soil organic carbon levels, greenhouse gas emissions, soil health indicators, and crop productivity through comprehensive data collection and analysis techniques. Statistical analyses and modeling are employed to quantify carbon sequestration rates, evaluate treatment effects, and assess environmental and agronomic benefits.