Soil Management and Nutrient Absorption Physiology of Horticulture

Dear Colleagues,

Soil functions as both a growth substrate and a nutrient reservoir for crops, and its inherent conditions directly constrain crop yield, quality, and other critical agronomic characteristics. Furthermore, soil hosts a diverse community of organisms—including plants, animals, and microorganisms—all of which are essential for sustaining soil ecological functionality. Thus, effective soil management and the enhancement of soil health are pivotal to supporting and boosting crop growth.

However, climatic and environmental conditions vary considerably across the globe, leading to marked differences in soil types among different regions. Consequently, developing targeted and effective management measures adapted to specific soil types has become a key focus of current research in this field.

This Special Issue, “Soil Management and Nutrient Absorption Physiology of Horticulture”, aims to showcase various soil and crop conditions, along with corresponding soil management strategies that can effectively improve soil health, enhance soil quality, and further promote the growth and productivity of horticultural crops. All basic and applied research related to soil structure, physical and chemical properties, soil microorganisms, soil animals, and plants are eligible for submission, and original research articles and comprehensive review papers are strongly encouraged.

Dr. Huanyu Zhao
Dr. Yueqiang Zhang
Guest Editors

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