Soil Health to Human Health

Dear Colleagues,

The "Soil Health to Human Health" theme centers on the vital connections between soil health, plant nutrition, and human well-being. The main aim is to understand and emphasize how the nutrients and biological activity in soils directly influence the nutritional quality of plants, which subsequently impacts human health upon consumption. The vision is to promote research that uncovers the mechanisms and pathways through which soil nutrients and microorganisms affect plant growth and nutrient composition, ultimately leading to improved human nutrition and health outcomes. This theme aims to foster a holistic understanding of the food system, highlighting the importance of sustainable soil management practices that enhance both environmental health and human nutrition.

Under this theme, we welcome research papers on topics including but not limited to the following:

• Impact of different farming systems on soil health and human health (organic vs. conventional);
• Impact of soil nutrient availability on crop nutritional quality.
• Role of soil microorganisms in plant nutrient uptake.
• Soil management practices and biofortification.
• Linking soil health to human nutrient deficiencies.
• Policy and economic aspects of soil–plant–human

We encourage submissions that offer novel insights, utilize interdisciplinary methods, and have practical implications for enhancing both soil health and human health. By bringing together diverse research efforts under this theme, we aim to contribute to a more sustainable and health-promoting agricultural system.

Dr. Saurav Das
Dr. Dinesh Panday
Dr. Gladis Zinati
Guest Editors

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