(Utilizing Nano-Zeolite for Enhancing Some Soil Physical Properties under Sohag Governorate Conditions) | ||
| Journal of Sohag Agriscience (JSAS) | ||
| Volume 10, Issue 2, December 2025, Pages 44-51 PDF (777.39 K) | ||
| Document Type: Research and Review Papers | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/jsasj.2025.445342 | ||
| Authors | ||
| Yasser A. M. Hefny1; Abdel-rahman A. Mustafa2; Eslam M. Mokhtar* 1 | ||
| 1Agronomy Department Faculty of Agriculture Sohag University Sohag Egypt | ||
| 2Soil and water Department Faculty of Agriculture Sohag University Sohag Egypt | ||
| Abstract | ||
| This study investigates the impact of nano-zeolite (NZ) applications on key soil physical properties in arid agricultural environments. Soil is a vital component of the biosphere, and enhancing its physical characteristics is critical for sustainable crop production, particularly under drought stress. Nano-zeolites, owing to their high surface area, porosity, and water retention capacity, were evaluated for their effectiveness in improving soil texture, bulk density, porosity, field capacity, wilting point, and available water. The experiments, conducted over two growing seasons, revealed that increasing NZ application significantly reduced soil bulk density and increased total porosity. Additionally, NZ markedly improved soil water retention indicators, including field capacity and available water content, while reducing the wilting point. These improvements enhance soil structure, facilitate root penetration, and support plant growth under water-limited conditions. The results highlight the potential of nano-zeolite as a sustainable soil amendment for improving soil health and water-use efficiency in dryland agriculture. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Nano-Zeolite; Soil Physical Properties; Drought; Irrigation; Water retention | ||
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