Root traits and root biomass allocation impact how wheat genotypes respond to organic amendments and earthworms.

ABSTRACT: Plant-soil biological interactions are increasingly recognized as a key feature of agroecosystems, promoting both crop and soil health. However, the effectiveness of plant-soil synergies is likely modulated by both root system characteristics and soil management impacts on soil biological communities. To successfully manage for plant-soil interactions, we need to better understand how crops respond to changes in soil management, especially in terms of belowground investment. Specifically, crop genotypes that exhibit reduced plasticity in root growth and investment may not be able to take full advantage of changes in soil biological activity associated with soil health promoting practices. We hypothesized that genotypes with greater belowground investment respond more, in terms of plant gro

SUBMITTER: Junaidi J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6057726 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature