Biochar-biostimulant combinations enhance nodulation, yield, and antioxidant defense in mungbean under reduced NPK fertilization

A study published in Nature demonstrates that combining biochar with specific biostimulants like Pseudomonas fluorescens can significantly improve mungbean yields under reduced fertilizer conditions. This approach helps maintain crop productivity while mitigating the environmental damage associated with excessive synthetic fertilizer use.
Why it matters
This research offers a sustainable pathway for global food security by reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers, which are major contributors to soil degradation and greenhouse gas emissions.
Scientific Reports volume 16 , Article number: 23614 ( 2026 ) Cite this article
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