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Study Finds Soil, Not Fertilizers, Drives Nitrogen Loss in Rice Paddies
A recent study indicates that soil plays a crucial role in nitrogen gas loss in rice paddies, challenging the conventional perspective on fertilizer reliance in rice cultivation.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 9 days ago
Rice production, particularly in China, is heavily reliant on nitrogen fertilizers, with application rates reported to be two to three times higher than the global average.
The new research suggests that the primary contributor to nitrogen gas loss is not fertilizer, but rather the soil itself.
This finding may prompt a reevaluation of current agricultural practices and highlight the need for a more nuanced understanding of nitrogen dynamics in rice farming.