Effect of Biochar Rate Derived from Rice Husk, Durian Peel and Oil Palm Petiole on Sandy Soil Properties, Nutrient Uptake and Plant Growth
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Sandy soil is a coarse-textured soil in which most of the particles are composed of quartz minerals, exhibiting low specific surface area and negative charges. This leads to poor water and nutrient retention capacity and low fertility. Accordingly, it is necessary to amend sandy soil to improve its properties before cultivating crops. The use of biochar is another approach to improve soil properties due to biochar contains plant nutrients component and high porosity. This study aimed to compare the effects of biochars derived from rice husk, durian peel and oil palm petiole rates on sandy soil properties, plant growth and nutrient uptake. The experiment was designed as a completely randomized design with 3 replications and 10 treatments, consisting of a control (no biochar) and applications of rice husk, durian peel, and oil palm petiole biochars at rates of 1%, 2%, and 3% by weight. The experiment was conducted by growing maize in pots under greenhouse conditions. Results showed that all three biochars increased soil pH, cation exchange capacity and nutrient content. However, durian peel biochar raised soil pH excessively, negatively affecting maize growth. In contrast, rice husk and oil palm petiole biochars at 3% application rate performed best, producing the highest maize dry weight and nutrient uptake. Therefore, biochar is another approach to improve sandy soil properties for cultivating crops, but the type and appropriate application rate must be considered.
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