Effects of Biochar–Nitrogen Interaction on Soil Nitrogen Transformation and Cucumber Growth in Facility Cultivation

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The combination of 5% biochar and 100 kg·hm−2 nitrogen significantly enhances soil nitrogen transformation, increases the relative abundance of nitrogen metabolism-related microorganisms, and promotes cucumber plant growth in facility cultivation. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Bing Bai; Xue Yang; Qing An; Xia Cao; Ning Zhang; Mingjia Tang; Chuncheng Wu; Yingbin Qi

doi:10.3390/plants15111658

May 28, 2026PlantsOpen Access

Effects of Biochar–Nitrogen Interaction on Soil Nitrogen Transformation and Cucumber Growth in Facility Cultivation

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This research aims to examine how biochar affects soil nitrogen transformation and cucumber plant growth under various nitrogen levels.
Conducted a pot experiment with eight treatments based on nitrogen levels and biochar addition.
Applied nitrogen treatments: N0, N100, N150, N200, and their respective biochar combinations.
Evaluated changes in soil nitrogen transformation and cucumber growth metrics.
BN100 treatment increased soil nitrogen transformation and cucumber growth significantly.
Activity of nitrate reductase and GOGAT enhanced, alongside improved absorption of nitrate nitrogen by roots.
Relative abundance of beneficial microorganisms increased, leading to enhanced nitrification and nitrogen fixation.

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Investigates biochar's role in enhancing nitrogen transformation and cucumber growth in facility cultivation, indicating potential agricultural benefits.

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