Agricultural and Biological Sciences
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Transforming arable land to grasslands boosts soil health and productivity

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Soil respiration and microbial biomass peculiarities as influenced by different land use intensity
Milda Muraškienė, Jūratė Aleinikovienė, Regina Skuodienė, Donata Tomchuk, Kęstutis Armolaitis

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The study looked at how different types of land use affect soil health and productivity. They measured soil respiration and microbial biomass in various areas like arable land, grasslands, and forests. The results showed that grasslands and forests had higher soil microbial activity compared to arable land. The soil in these areas had more organic matter, which helps support the growth of microorganisms. This suggests that converting arable land to grasslands or forests can improve soil health in the long run.