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This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Paenibacillus spp. as a biofertilizer for improving soil fertility in oil palm plantations.

March 8, 2026Journal of the Saudi Society of Agricultural SciencesOpen Access

Soil fertility improvement using Paenibacillus spp. as biofertiliser in Paloh Jenang oil palm plantation

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SRSarina Mat Rosid NKNurnabila KamaruzamanSultan Zainal Abidin University NBNoor Afiza BadaluddinSultan Zainal Abidin University

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The study demonstrates that Paenibacillus spp. enhances soil fertility metrics in Elaeis guineensis plantations, suggesting its role as a sustainable biofertilizer.

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This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Paenibacillus spp. as a biofertilizer for improving soil fertility in oil palm plantations.
Soil samples collected from various areas in Paloh Jenang oil palm plantation
Molecular identification of Paenibacillus spp. using 16S primers
Treatment of soil samples with Paenibacillus spp. granules
Soil fertility metrics measured, including pH and electrical conductivity
Statistical analysis using ANOVA
Paenibacillus spp. improved soil pH and electrical conductivity significantly
Increased nutrient levels, including total nitrogen and phosphorus in treated soils
Gram-positive Paenibacillus spp. showed a notable impact on soil quality
Results indicate enhanced growth potential for Elaeis guineensis due to improved soil conditions

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Rosid et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69acc56732b0ef16a404f986 https://doi.org/10.1007/s44447-026-00137-9

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The study demonstrates that Paenibacillus spp. enhances soil fertility metrics in Elaeis guineensis plantations, suggesting its role as a sustainable biofertilizer.

Soil fertility improvement using Paenibacillus spp. as biofertiliser in Paloh Jenang oil palm plantation

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Soil fertility improvement using Paenibacillus spp. as biofertiliser in Paloh Jenang oil palm plantation

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