Compost and vermicompost improve symbiotic nitrogen fixation, physiology and yield of the Rhizobium-legume symbiosis: A systematic review

Abstract

Compost and vermicompost are valuable sources of organic matter, nutrients and beneficial microorganisms for plants. Both improve the physical and chemical properties of soil and stimulate its biological processes, such as beneficial interactions between soil microorganisms and plants. One example is the symbiosis between legumes and rhizobia. A systematic review of the existing scientific literature was conducted to assess the effects of compost and vermicompost on symbiotic nitrogen fixation. The collected information and data were subse quently used for scientometrics and meta-analysis. Variance, effect size and percentage change from a control without compost or vermicompost were analysed. The scientometrics analysis revealed promising research areas including, the study of the effects of compost and vermicompost... Ver más...