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Physical, Chemical and Biological Characterization of Six Biochars Produced for the Remediation of Contaminated Sites

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Biochar-based compost: a bibliometric and visualization analysis.

Sinazo Ajibade^1,2, Ebenezer C Nnadozie³, Chuleemas Boonthai Iwai⁴

¹Department of Agronomy, Faculty of Science and Agriculture, University of Fort Hare, Alice, South Africa.

|April 27, 2023

Summary

Biochar compost enhances crop production and soil quality. Research shows a significant increase in publications on this green soil remediation technique, highlighting its global importance.

Keywords:

Biochar bibliometric analysis biochar-compost compost plant soil

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Area of Science:

Agricultural Science
Environmental Science
Soil Science

Background:

Biochar compost as an organic amendment is gaining traction for crop production and soil remediation.
Its application offers benefits for plant growth, soil quality, food security, and achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Purpose of the Study:

To conduct a bibliometric analysis of research on biochar compost from 2011 to 2021.
To identify trends, key research areas, and leading countries in biochar compost studies.

Main Methods:

Bibliometric analysis of 254 research papers retrieved from the Scopus database.
Data analysis using VOS viewer software.

Main Results:

A significant exponential increase in publications from 2011 to 2021.
China, USA, Australia, Italy, Germany, and Indonesia are leading countries in research output.
'Soil' was the most frequent keyword, linked to terms like 'soil fertility,' 'soil quality,' and 'soil pollution.'
Current research hotspots include biochar-compost mixtures and co-composted biochar for soil remediation.

Conclusions:

Biochar compost is a crucial area of research for sustainable agriculture and environmental management.
Its application effectively reduces pollutant uptake by plants and enhances soil nutrient content.
Continued research is vital for optimizing biochar compost use in crop production and soil remediation.