Algae-Based Biofertilizer for Reducing Agricultural Carbon Footprints
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DOI - Digital Object Identifier
<a href="http://dx.doi.org/10.1201/9781003685814" target="_blank" >10.1201/9781003685814</a>
Alternative languages
Result language
angličtina
Original language name
Algae-Based Biofertilizer for Reducing Agricultural Carbon Footprints
Original language description
Increasing agricultural production while preserving the environment has been a huge challenge faced by the scientific community. The agricultural sector significantly contributes to global carbon emissions, exacerbating climate change and environmental degradation. In response, there’s a pressing need for sustainable strategies to mitigate agricultural carbon footprints (CFs). Algae-based biofertilizers have emerged as promising alternatives to conventional fertilizers, offering environmental benefits while promoting plant growth and soil health. This chapter provides a comprehensive examination of algae-based biofertilizers and their role in reducing agricultural CFs, with a particular focus on their applications in plant growth stimulation. It begins by outlining the concept of agricultural CFs and underscores the importance of sustainable agricultural practices. The chapter also focuses on the formulation and production methods of algae-based biofertilizers, highlighting their superiority over traditional fertilizers in terms of sustainability and environmental impact. Subsequent sections will explore the mechanisms through which biofertilizers enhance soil fertility, nutrient cycling, and ultimately, plant growth stimulation. Drawing upon scientific findings, this chapter demonstrates how algae-based biofertilizers can effectively increase crop yields, enhance soil quality, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It will also address the challenges and opportunities associated with the widespread adoption of biofertilizers, along with prospects for future research and policy implications. In conclusion, algae-based biofertilizers offer a promising avenue for mitigating agricultural CFs and fostering sustainable agriculture. By stimulating plant growth and enhancing soil health, biofertilizers present a viable solution to the complex challenges posed by climate change and environmental sustainability in agriculture.
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Classification
Type
C - Chapter in a specialist book
CEP classification
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OECD FORD branch
40101 - Agriculture
Result continuities
Project
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Continuities
S - Specificky vyzkum na vysokych skolach
Others
Publication year
2025
Confidentiality
S - Úplné a pravdivé údaje o projektu nepodléhají ochraně podle zvláštních právních předpisů
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Book/collection name
Algal Biorefineries in Circular Economy for Climate Change Resilience
ISBN
9781003685814
Number of pages of the result
21
Pages from-to
43-64
Number of pages of the book
22
Publisher name
CRC Press
Place of publication
Boca Raton
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