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An optimized regulating method for composting phosphorus fractions transformation based on biochar addition and
Yuquan Wei1, Yue Zhao1, Huan Wang1
1College of Life Science, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China.
Bioresource Technology
|September 18, 2016
Summary
Adding biochar and phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB) to kitchen waste composting significantly increased available phosphorus (P). This combination enhanced microbial activity and optimized P fractions for better nutrient availability.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Microbiology
- Soil Science
Background:
- Kitchen waste composting is a sustainable method for waste management.
- Rock phosphate (RP) is a source of phosphorus (P) but often has low bioavailability.
- Biochar and phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB) can potentially enhance nutrient cycling during composting.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of biochar and PSB on microbial biomass, bacterial community, and phosphorus (P) fractions during kitchen waste composting with RP.
- To understand the interactions between biochar, PSB, and indigenous microbial communities in regulating P fractions.
Main Methods:
- Composting of kitchen waste amended with rock phosphate.
- Application of biochar and/or phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB) inoculants.
- Analysis of physic-chemical parameters, P fractions, and bacterial community composition.
Main Results:
- Distinct differences in physic-chemical properties, P fractions, and bacterial diversity were observed across treatments.
- The addition of PSB and biochar significantly increased available P fractions during composting.
- Bacterial community composition was significantly influenced by P content, inoculation, and biochar presence.
Conclusions:
- The combined application of PSB and biochar enhances microbial activity and optimizes phosphorus fractions during composting.
- Synergistic interactions between inoculated PSB, indigenous bacteria, and biochar are key to improving P availability.
- This study suggests an optimized strategy for composting using PSB and biochar for enhanced P release.
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