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Organic amendments are materials derived from natural sources—such as compost, manure, biochar, or plant residues—that are added to soil to improve its physical, chemical, and biological properties. In plant science, they are significant because they enhance nutrient availability, stimulate beneficial microbial communities, and improve soil structure in ways that directly influence plant growth, root development, and stress tolerance. Research into organic amendments helps scientists understand how soil health interventions can sustainably boost plant productivity and resilience without reliance on synthetic inputs.

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