A global meta-analysis on the effects of organic and inorganic

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Abstract

This meta-analysis examines the effects of organic and inorganic fertilization on grasslands and croplands globally. Data from 537 experiments show that both fertilizer types increase aboveground biomass, but only inorganic fertilization decreases plant diversity. Organic fertilization increases soil organic carbon (SOC) more than inorganic fertilization, particularly in grasslands with higher soil water content and warmer temperatures. The study highlights organic fertilization as a potential nature-based solution for enhancing grassland ecosystem services without compromising biodiversity.

Publisher

Nature Communications

Published On

Apr 22, 2024

Authors

Ting-Shuai Shi, Scott L. Collins, Kailiang Yu, Josep Peñuelas, Jordi Sardans, Hailing Li, Jian-Sheng Ye

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