Demir (2026) Effects of Biochar Applications and Irrigation Regimes on the Temporal Dynamics of Soil Temperature and Soil Moisture in Silage Maize Cultivation

Identification

• Journal: ANADOLU JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
• Year: 2026
• Date: 2026-09-15
• Authors: Zeynep Demir
• DOI: 10.7161/omuanajas.1953417

Research Groups

• Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources Central Research Institute, Ankara, Türkiye
• Department of Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, Ankara University, Turkey

Short Summary

This study investigates the effects of biochar applications and irrigation regimes on the temporal dynamics of soil temperature and soil moisture in silage maize cultivation under semi-arid conditions. The results show that biochar applications increased soil moisture and reduced soil temperature under all irrigation levels.

Objective

• Investigate the effects of biochar applications and irrigation regimes on the temporal dynamics of soil temperature and soil moisture in silage maize cultivation under semi-arid conditions.
• Evaluate the relationships among soil temperature, soil moisture, evapotranspiration, irrigation water amount, and dry matter yield.

Study Configuration

• Spatial Scale: Field-scale experiment conducted at the Central Research Institute of Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources in Ankara, Turkey.
• Temporal Scale: Two growing seasons (2021 and 2022).

Methodology and Data

• Models used: None mentioned.
• Data sources: Field measurements, including soil temperature and moisture sensors.

Main Results

• Biochar applications increased soil moisture and reduced soil temperature under all irrigation levels.
• Strong positive relationships were found between soil moisture and dry matter yield, evapotranspiration, and irrigation water amount.

Contributions

• This study contributes to the development of sustainable soil management and irrigation strategies for enhancing agricultural resilience under drought-prone conditions.
• The findings demonstrate the potential of biochar to enhance crop productivity and improve soil water conservation under water-limited conditions.

Funding

• Not specified.

Citation

@article{Demir2026Effects,
  author = {Demir, Zeynep},
  title = {Effects of Biochar Applications and Irrigation Regimes on the Temporal Dynamics of Soil Temperature and Soil Moisture in Silage Maize Cultivation},
  journal = {ANADOLU JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES},
  year = {2026},
  doi = {10.7161/omuanajas.1953417},
  url = {https://doi.org/10.7161/omuanajas.1953417}
}