Litter Decomposition Rates of Four Species of Agroecological Importance in the Peruvian Coast and Andean Highland

Crop residue decomposition is fundamental for ecosystems, influencing carbon cycling, organic matter accumulation, and promoting plant development through nutrient release. Therefore, this study aimed to ascertain the rate of decomposition of four commonly cultivated crops (alfalfa, maize, avocado,...

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Published in:	Nitrogen
Main Authors:	Tomás Samaniego, Jorge Ramirez, Richard Solórzano
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2024-09-01
Subjects:	organic matter decomposition biodegradation nutrient cycling
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2504-3129/5/3/51