EJSSEurasian Journal of Soil ScienceEurasian J Soil Sci2147 - 4249Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societieshttp://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.140114510.18393/ejss.1401145Synchrotron-based techniques for elemental analysis in soil-plant system under polluted environmentMikhail Kirichkov mikhail.kirichkov@gmail.comMarina Burachevskaya Saglara Mandzhieva Tatiana Minkina Vishnu Rajput Dina Nevidomskaya Sudhir Shende Victoria Tsitsuashvili Aleksey Maksimov Svetlana Sushkova Coşkun Gülser Rıdvan Kızılkaya 13289-1002023-07-122023-12-032023-12-062024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies Analytical techniques for elemental analysis in the soil-plant system have significance importance, especially emerging techniques such as synchrotron radiation (SR). Improved techniques allow samples to be examined in a non-invasive manner at high speed and resolution, resulting in better sample data. By applying various analytical techniques based on SR, it is possible to gather different information about the structure of the studied samples. In mining ecology, such techniques are widely used in assessing heavy metal-polluted sites, i.e., overburden dumps and areas around operating and mothballed mines. The present review elaborated insights into different analytical techniques for applying SR in plant-soil samples. The review also compared traditional research techniques with SR-based emerging and improved techniques. The need to use SR techniques for the complex diagnostics of sample structures to study their elemental and phase composition is substantiated. Using an integrated approach with SR, we can study the dynamics and speciation of HMs with carrier phases and uncover the mechanisms underlying the interactions between the adsorption centers of minerals, organic components, and heavy metals. It also improves the efficiency and accuracy of analysis and broadens the range of information obtained, which could lead to a more precise analysis of samples. Synchrotron radiation (SR), heavy metals, ore, spectroscopy, XRD, XAFS, FTIR, SRμCT. http://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.140216810.18393/ejss.1402168Determination of change in the land use and land cover of the Samsun Bafra Delta Plain from 1990 to 2020 using GIS and Remote Sensing Techniquesİnci Demirağ Turan dmrginci@gmail.comOrhan Dengiz Sena Pacci David Tavi Agbor 132101-1102023-07-092023-12-032023-12-082024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies Land use and land cover changes can have detrimental effects on the ecology, if they are not properly aligned with the characteristics of the land. This study aims to evaluate the temporal changes in land use and land cover of Bafra Delta plain, situated in the east of Samsun province. The region is one of the most significant plains within the Black Sea area. Remote sensing technique was utilized in this research which made use of Landsat images from 1990, 2000, 2010, and 2020. Supervised classification was applied in ENVI 5.3v software to perform calculations, resulting in six main classes. Field work was applied to classify the unclassified classes. The resulting six land use-land cover classes were agriculture lands, forest, dune, marshy, water surface, and artificial areas. To determine land use efficiency, analogue data was digitised and transferred to a GIS database. The agricultural areas occupy the largest portion of the plain, followed by hazelnut and artificial areas. The changes over the last decade, notably the growth of artificial areas and water surfaces, and the reduction of arable lands, highlight significant variations in size across the areas. Furthermore, the study indicated that remote sensing and geographic information system techniques play a crucial role in identifying and monitoring land cover and land use trends on a large-scale to produce accurate and timely data. Poorly adapted land use changes can cause major ecological damage. The aim of this study is to identify the changes over time in land use and land cover of Bafra Delta plain, located to the east of Samsun city and one of the most significant plains in the Black Sea region, using remote sensing techniques. To this end, Landsat images from 1990, 2000, 2010 and 2020 are utilized. To perform the calculations, ENVI 5.3v software was employed, applying a supervised classification technique that resulted in forming six main classes. Fieldwork was conducted to classify the unclassified classes. The resulting land-use and land-cover classes were agricultural land, forest, dunes, marshland, water surface, and artificial areas. To evaluate land-use efficiency, analogue data were digitalised and imported into a GIS database. The plain's most extensive land-use areas consist of agricultural lands, followed by hazelnut and artificial areas. In the last decade, the rise in artificial and water surfaces and the decline in agricultural areas highlights significant changes in the region's size. This study also emphasises the crucial role of remote sensing and geographic information system techniques in generating fast and consistent data for monitoring large-scale land cover and land use trends.Land use-land cover, change analysis, Bafra Plainhttp://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.140372310.18393/ejss.1403723Profile distribution of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in coastal soils of the Lower Don and Taganrog Bay, RussiaTamara Dudnikova Tatiana Minkina Svetlana Sushkova terra_rossa@mail.ruAndrey Barbashev Elena Antonenko Evgenyi Shuvaev Anastasia Nemtseva Aleksey Maksimov Yuri Litvinov Dina Nevidomskaya Saglara Mandzhieva Coşkun Gülser Rıdvan Kızılkaya 132111-1242023-07-212023-12-072023-12-122024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies The main regularities of pollutant distribution through the soil profile were established based on the analysis of the content of 15 priority PAHs in 29 soil sections of different soil types located in the coastal zone of the Lower Don and Taganrog Bay with different anthropogenic loads. It was shown that the total content of PAHs in the 0-20 cm layer of soils of coastal territories varies from 172 µg kg-1 to 16006 µg kg-1. In addition, according to the total pollution indicator, (Zc) determines the level of soil pollution, which varies from "not polluted" to "extremely polluted". The influence of pollution sources falls on the 0-20 cm layer of soils of different types and is especially pronounced for subordinate landscapes. With increasing sampling depth, the total PAH content decreases with the redistribution of individual compounds of the PAH group towards the dominance of low molecular weight and 4-ring compounds in the composition of the sum of 15 PAHs and depends largely on the content of organic matter and soil pH. Based on the cluster analysis results, the main factor determining the profile distribution of PAHs is the type of pollutant origin source and its intensity. Landscape, Fluvisols, pollution, migration of pollutants, priority PAHs, organic carbon, coastal zone, transformation of pollutants.http://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.140806710.18393/ejss.1408067Unveiling the soil physicochemical dynamics of bare soils in Southeast Kazakhstan: A comprehensive study in the Akdala MassifAinur Doszhanova ainurdoszhanova@mail.ruZhumagali Ospanbayev Aizada Sembayeva Akgul Kassipkhan Aiman Nazarova Mukhit Bekbauov Dauren Kazkeyev 132125-1322023-06-182023-12-162023-12-212024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies This study addresses desertification in Kazakhstan's Akdala region, aiming to propose sustainable solutions by examining the effects of various plants on soil properties and nutrient dynamics. Desertification poses a threat to land productivity in arid areas, and this research aims to determine its impact on soil and identify plants for mitigation. Field experiments over three years in the Akdala region utilized crops such as rice, corn, soybean, sudan grass, and sorghum to assess their influence on key soil parameters. Results revealed diverse effects on soil bulk density, agronomically valuable aggregates, water-stable aggregates, labile and total organic carbon, easily hydrolyzable nitrogen, nitrate, available phosphorus, and exchangeable potassium. While no significant differences in bulk density were observed among crops, variations in surface and subsurface soil layers emphasized the importance of depth-specific considerations. Sorghum stood out as a particularly influential crop, significantly increasing labile and total organic carbon levels, highlighting its potential role in enhancing soil quality. The experiments were conducted on the fields of "Birlik" LLP in the Balkhash district of the Almaty region from 2015 to 2017. The chosen crops, each with distinct characteristics, provided a comprehensive understanding of their impact on soil dynamics. Advanced techniques for soil sampling and analyses ensured accurate measurements of various soil parameters. The study site's sharply continental climate, marked by temperature variations, snowy winters, and hot, dry summers, added complexity to the investigation due to its influence on plant growth and soil interactions. In conclusion, this comprehensive study offers valuable insights into the intricate relationships between different crops and soil parameters for combating desertification. The findings contribute significantly to the development of sustainable soil management practices, providing a foundation for identifying suitable crops for soil improvement in arid regions. By understanding how different plants impact soil properties, this research supports informed decision-making in agricultural practices, promoting the long-term sustainability of farming in regions vulnerable to desertification.Desertification, Soil Management, Arid Regions, Phytomelioration, Sustainable Agriculture.http://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.140809010.18393/ejss.1408090The impact of Klebsiella quasipneumoniae inoculation with nitrogen fertilization on baby corn yield and cob qualityNguyen Van Chuong nvchuong@agu.edu.vn132133-1382023-07-092023-12-172023-12-212024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies In response to the escalating costs and diminishing efficiency of nitrogen fertilizers, the agricultural community is actively seeking sustainable alternatives that leverage natural nitrogen sources derived from biological N-fixation processes to enhance crop yield. This study investigates the combined effects of Klebsiella quasipneumoniae inoculation and varying nitrogen fertilizer doses on soil fertility, nutrient availability, and the yield and quality parameters of baby corn (Zea mays. L). The study involved the application of five nitrogen levels (0, 75, 150, 225, and 300 kg N ha-1) in conjunction with Klebsiella quasipneumoniae inoculum on HM-4 variety of baby corn, employing a comprehensive experimental design with five treatments and four replications. All treatments demonstrated increased ear count and weights of ear, silk, husk, edible cob, and biomass compared to the control. The study highlights the potential of Klebsiella quasipneumoniae inoculation in synergy with reduced nitrogen fertilizer to enhance total N contents in soil and positively impact baby corn yield and cob quality parameters. Optimal results were achieved with a 50% reduction in nitrogen fertilizer (150 kg N ha-1), emphasizing the importance of integrated nutrient management. The findings contribute valuable insights to sustainable agriculture, offering a promising strategy for increased baby corn production, improved nutritional quality, and environmental conservation. This integrated approach, involving microbial inoculation and nitrogen management, emerges as a key element in modern agricultural practices, promoting both productivity and nutritional content in baby corn crops.Klebsiella quasipneumoniae, inoculation, fertilizer, plant yield, cob quality.http://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.141848710.18393/ejss.1418487Alternate wetting and drying decreases arsenic content and increases yield of rice grown in organic matter amended soilKhan Md Abrarur Rahman Mohammad Golam Kibria Md Hosenuzzaman Mahmud Hossain Md Anwarul Abedin m.a.abedin@bau.edu.bd132139-1442023-09-132024-01-082024-01-122024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies Organic matter (OM) shows a critical role in mobilization and uptake of arsenic (As) by rice, and water management practice can mitigate this problem. However, very few research highlighted the impact of management of water on rice as influenced by OM amendment. Therefore, this study has evaluated the changes in As mobilization in paddy soil under different OM amendment and water management practices. Here, rice was grown to maturity in a two-factorial pot experiment comprising two different water management practices [continuous flooding (CF) and alternate wetting drying (AWD)] and eight combinations of As and OM amendment [comprising two As treatments (0 and 20 ppm) and four OM amendments (0, 0.25%, 0.5% and 5.0% w/w)]. Application of OM in As contaminated soil caused a significant increase in As accumulation in rice, and exhibited decreased growth and yield of rice. However, the results showed that rice growth and yield was significantly higher under AWD practice compared to CF. Arsenic concentration in rice was the lowest in As and OM control pots (44.67 µg/kg in AWD and 62.13 µg/kg in CF), and higher in As treated pots. Moreover, As concentration in rice grain increased with increasing levels of OM amendment. The As concentration in rice grain (168.44 µg/kg in AWD and 183.85 µg/kg in CF) was significantly higher in As treated pots with 0.5% OM amendment compared to other treatment combinations. Application of 5% OM in As contaminated soil did not produce any grains due to extreme toxicity. Thus, As accumulation in rice can be decreased by AWD water management technique without compromising yield. The findings suggest that applying OM in paddy soils with high soil As content should be done with caution.Arsenic mobilization, water management, organic matter amendment, rice.http://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.142442110.18393/ejss.1424421Impacts of irrigation with Cd-contaminated water from Sugovushan Reservoir, Azerbaijan on total cadmium and its fractions in soils with varied texturesTunzala Babayeva tunzale.babayeva84@mail.ruAlovsat Guliyev Tariverdi İslamzade Rahila İslamzade Xayala Haciyeva Nergiz Ashurova Azade Aliyeva Shaban Maksudov 132145-1522023-09-112024-01-152024-01-232024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies Cadmium (Cd) presents a significant environmental threat due to its toxic nature and propensity to accumulate in various organs, posing serious health risks upon human exposure. This study focuses on the Sugovushan reservoir in Azerbaijan, aiming to comprehensively understand Cd behavior in soils subjected to varying water levels, shedding light on the intricate interplay between water quality and soil Cd content. Soil samples with distinct textures were collected from a agricultural area in Azerbaijan and subjected to an incubation experiment. The experiment, conducted at 20±0.5°C for 10 days, involved four water levels (%100, %75, %50, and %25 of field capacity) in a randomized complete block design. Cd-contaminated water from Sugovushan reservoir was applied, and inorganic Cd fractions were determined after incubation. The sequential extraction method, as per Shuman's procedure, was employed to assess Cd distribution in exchangeable (EX-Cd), organic (OM-Cd), Mn oxide (MnO-Cd), amorphous Fe oxide (AFeO-Cd), and crystalline Fe oxide (CFeO-Cd) fractions. The soils exhibited varying textures (Sandy Clay Loam, Silty Loam, and Clay) with alkaline reactions, differing salinity, and low organic matter content. Despite somewhat elevated total Cd levels (1.75–2.66 mg/kg), the soils remained below the 3 mg/kg contamination threshold. Water from Sugovushan reservoir, though alkaline, contained Cd concentrations exceeding agricultural use limits. Incubation with Cd-contaminated water increased total Cd content in all soils, with SaCL exhibiting the highest susceptibility. Notably, the SaCL soil showed a significant increase in the exchangeable Cd fraction, emphasizing its environmental risk. This study underscores the importance of soil texture in influencing Cd mobility, especially in low-clay-content soils. The heightened susceptibility observed in SaCL soil highlights the potential threat to food safety, emphasizing the need for sustainable agricultural practices and water management.Cadmium fractions, soil contamination, water quality, environmental risk.http://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.142445810.18393/ejss.1424458Response of L. Scoparium and K. Robusta to biosolids and dairy shed effluent application in a low fertility soilObed Nedjo Lense o.lense@unipa.ac.idShamim Al Mamun 132153-1602023-01-272024-01-172024-01-232024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies Biosolids and Dairy Shed Effluent (DSE) can contain high concentrations of plant nutrients, making them potential resources for enhancing forest tree species growth and soil fertility. This study aimed to investigate the effects of biosolids and DSE application on the growth and nutrient uptake of Leptospermum scoparium and Kunzea robusta, while also considering the potential accumulation of contaminants. The results demonstrated that amending low-fertility soil with 2600 kg N ha-1 of biosolids and 200 kg N ha-1 of DSE positively influenced the growth of both L. scoparium and K. robusta. This improvement was evident through increased biomass production and enhanced uptake of essential elements such as calcium (Ca), potassium (K), and sulfur (S). Notably, L. scoparium exhibited superior growth when combined with DSE, while both species showed similar positive responses when combined with biosolids. However, it should be noted that the application of biosolids resulted in elevated concentrations of certain trace elements in the plants, whereas DSE did not. These trace elements included cadmium (Cd), copper (Cu), manganese (Mn), and zinc (Zn). Despite the increase, the levels of these elements did not exceed unacceptable thresholds. Considering the potential influence of biosolids on plant rhizodeposition, it is recommended that future studies investigate the interactions between plant roots and microbes, particularly in relation to plant element uptake. This line of research would further enhance our understanding of the underlying mechanisms involved. In conclusion, the findings suggest that the application of biosolids and DSE can effectively improve forest tree growth and nutrient uptake. However, careful management is necessary to mitigate the potential accumulation of trace elements. These results provide valuable insights for optimizing the use of biosolids and DSE in forestry practices, with potential economic and environmental benefits.Native plants, biosolids, dairy shed effluent, macronutrients, essential trace element, nutrients uptake.http://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.142450810.18393/ejss.1424508Effect of organic pest control products on Arbuscular Mycorrhizal colonization in Bulgarian rose plantations: A two-year field studyRumyana Georgieva r_georgieva@au-plovdiv.bgSiegrid Steinkellner Ivan Manolov Paul John M. Pangilinan Desmond Kwayela Sama 132161-1662023-10-272024-01-192024-01-232024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies This two-year field study aims to investigate the impact of organic pesticides used in organic Damask rose (Rosa damascena Mill.) fields on Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungal (AMF) colonization. Conducted in the renowned Rose Valley of Bulgaria, specifically in the village of Kliment, the experiment employed a randomized complete block design with two rows of 21 plants each in organic certified plots. The results revealed low AMF colonization in the first year, ranging between 14.78% and 20.89%, with no significant differences between treatments. In the second year, while no significant differences were observed between treatments (ranging from 48.00% to 76.49%), there was a notable increase in AMF colonization compared to the initial sampling. The study concluded that specific organic pesticides, including Neemazal, Limocide, Phytosev, and Nano sulfur, had minimal negative effects on AMF colonization. These findings contribute to understanding the implications of organic farming practices on AMF and soil health in the context of Damask rose cultivation.Arbuscular mycorrhiza, oil-bearing rose, organic production.http://ejss.fesss.org/10.18393/ejss.142488510.18393/ejss.1424885Distribution of soil minerals along the toposequence of Hyang-Argopuro Volcanic Mountain, Jember, IndonesiaCahyoadi Bowo cahyoadi.bowo.faperta@unej.ac.idWahyu Hidayat Victor B. Asio 132167-1782023-01-242024-01-192024-01-242024-03-29 Copyright © 2016 The authors and Federation of Eurasian Soil Science Societies The study was conducted in the Hyang-Argopuro volcanic mountain in Jember, Indonesia, with the aim of assessing the distribution of soil minerals along a toposequence and their relationship to soil genesis. Three soil profiles representing the upper, middle, and lower slopes of the toposequence were analyzed. The results revealed that the predominant sand minerals in the soils are opaque minerals, weatherable minerals, amphibole groups, and ferromagnesian minerals. The presence of magnetite, primarily found in the soil profile on the upper slope, suggests the effect of the well-drained topography on its formation. Clay mineral analysis showed that halloysite dominates in soil profile 1, along with traces of gibbsite and cristobalite in the surface horizon. Soil profile 2 is characterized by a combination of halloysite and illite, while kaolinite and illite dominate in soil profile 3. The presence of illite in these soils aligns with previous studies conducted in volcanic regions. The degree of soil development follows the sequence: Soil Profile 2 > Soil Profile 1 > Soil Profile 3. This corresponds to the soil classification, where soil profile 3 is classified as an Alfisol, soil profile 1 as a Mollisol, and soil profile 3 as an Inceptisol. The Andic properties, such as low bulk density and high pH in NaF, observed in soil profile 1 suggest its development from an Andisol. Overall, the study findings highlight the significant influence of basaltic andesite parent material, mountainous topography, and warm and wet climate on the mineral composition and development in the area.Soil development, toposequence, tuff, volcanic minerals.