Agroecological performance of quinoa‐based cropping systems in Saharan drylands: Effects of seed rate, intercropping, and rotation on system productivity and soil fertility

Key Points

• To assess how different cropping strategies impact quinoa productivity and soil health in arid and saline areas.
• Evaluated effects of various seed rates, intercropping designs, and crop rotations on quinoa systems.
• Studied performance indicators for productivity and soil fertility within arid environments.
• Quinoa cropping systems demonstrated enhanced productivity under specific intercropping and rotation methods.
• Soil fertility improved significantly with quinoa cultivation compared to conventional methods.