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This study aims to evaluate the effects of different types of biochar on the physical and chemical properties of saline-sodic soil.

Management of a saline–sodic Chromic Luvisol using different biochars

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Randomized trial evaluates biochar's effectiveness in lowering salt levels in saline-sodic soil, indicating improved management techniques.

This study aims to evaluate the effects of different types of biochar on the physical and chemical properties of saline-sodic soil.
Completely randomized design with three biochar treatments: sugarcane bagasse, green coconut husk, and biosolids.
Soil columns were saturated and leached with and without biochar; water retention and leaching time measured.
Soil samples analyzed for electrical conductivity (EC), pH, salt concentration, exchangeable sodium percentage (ESP), and sodium adsorption ratio (SAR).
Sugarcane bagasse biochar increased water retention by 83% and reduced water flux by 69%, lengthening leaching time.
All biochars reduced bulk density, increasing total porosity and water holding capacity.
Reductions in EC, SAR, and ESP were confirmed, indicating effective salt removal.

Araújo et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized trial evaluates biochar's effectiveness in lowering salt levels in saline-sodic soil, indicating improved management techniques.