Assessment of saline-alkaline water quality and rice-crab co-culture improvement effects in the Songnen Plain

Key Points

• Improved water quality positively affects rice and crab co-culture outcomes, enhancing productivity.
• The analysis shows a significant increase in the overall yield of rice by 30% over the growing season.
• Observational analysis of saline-alkaline water quality and crop co-culture was conducted in the Songnen Plain.
• Highlighting the importance of saline-alkaline water management could support sustainable agriculture.