Application and Mechanism of Plant Biostimulants, Biochar and Fertilizer Products
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant–Soil Interactions".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 45
Special Issue Editors
Interests: resource utilization of agricultural waste; microbial fertilizers; soil remediation and improvement; soil microbial system; biochar; liquid fertilizer; carbon and nitrogen cycling
Interests: functional microorganisms; microbial fertilizers; bio-stimulants; soil remediation and improvement; soil microbial system; rhizosphere
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Plant bio-stimulants, biochar, and fertilizer products represent innovative tools for crop productivity, soil ecological health, and stress resilience, thereby facilitating sustainable agriculture development. These products influence plant physiological processes, nutrient uptake, and microbial interactions, offering promising solutions to reduce chemical inputs while improving yield and environmental sustainability. Research into their mechanisms—such as hormone-like effects, microbial stimulation, and nutrient retention—has advanced our understanding of plant–soil interactions. However, challenges remain in optimizing application, understanding long-term impacts, illustrating plant–soil–microbe interaction mechanisms, and tailoring formulations for diverse crops and environments. With emerging technologies in omics, nanotechnology, and precision agriculture, new opportunities exist to further refine these products for global agricultural systems. This Special Issue will explore the application, efficacy, and mechanistic insights of plant bio-stimulants, biochar, and fertilizer products, highlighting their role in sustainable crop production and ecosystem health.
Prof. Dr. Hanlin Zhang
Dr. Naling Bai
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- plant bio-stimulants
- biochar
- fertilizer products
- sustainable agriculture
- nutrient uptake
- crop production
- soil health
- microbial interactions
- stress resilience
- precision agriculture
- omics technologies
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