Phytotoxicity of Corncob Biochar before and after Heat Treatment and Washing

Biochar from crop residues such as corncobs can be used for soil amendment, but its negative effects have also been reported. This study aims to evaluate the phytotoxic effects of different biochar treatments and application rates on cress (<i>Lepidium sativum</i>). Corncob biochar was p...

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Main Authors: Kiatkamjon Intani, Sajid Latif, Md. Shafiqul Islam, Joachim Müller
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-12-01
Series:Sustainability
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/11/1/30