Biochar pH reduction using elemental sulfur and biological activation using compost or vermicompost

• Published in: Bioresource technology Vol. 401; p. 130707
• Main Authors: Al-Rabaiai, Ahmed, Menezes-Blackburn, Daniel, Al-Ismaily, Said, Janke, Rhonda, Al-Alawi, Ahmed, Al-Kindi, Mohamed, Bol, Roland
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England Elsevier Ltd 01.06.2024
• Subjects: alkalinity; arid lands; biochar; Biochar acidification; calcium; community structure; Date palm leaves; magnesium; Microbial diversity; oxidation; Pyrolysis; sulfur; Sulfur-oxidizing bacteria; sustainable technology; technology; vermicomposts; Date palm leaves; Microbial diversity; Pyrolysis; Biochar acidification; Sulfur-oxidizing bacteria

•Elemental sulfur reduces biochar pH, making it a suitable amendment for arid lands.•Elemental sulfur increases soluble cations, reducing biochar basicity and buffering.•Sulfur alters biochar microbial communities, enhancing nutrient availability.•Compost addition to biochar increases microbial dive...