Volume 38 (2024)
Volume 37 (2023)
Volume 36 (2022)
Volume 35 (2021)
Volume 34 (2020)
Volume 33 (2019)
Volume 32 (2018)
Volume 31 (2017)
Volume 30 (2016)
Volume 29 (2015)
Volume 28 (2014)
Volume 27 (2013)
Volume 26 (2012)
Volume 25 (2011)
Volume 24 (2010)
Volume 23 (2009)
Volume 22 (2008)
Soil science
Digital land suitability assessment for irrigated cultivation of some agricultural crops using machine learning approaches (Case Study: Qazvin - Abyek)

fatemeh jannati; Fereydoon sarmadian

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 20 June 2024

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.87916.1407

Abstract
  AbstractIntroduction:Research and development in high-potential agricultural areas are of great importance for ensuring the food needs of the population and livestock. Neglecting these regions can lead to increased food prices and food shortages, which can have a negative impact on the economy and public ...  Read More

Soil science
The effect of clay minerals and exchangeable cations on organic nitrogen mineralization

Fatemeh Rakhsh; Ahmad Golchin; Ali Beheshti Ale Agha

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 06 July 2024

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.87185.1396

Abstract
  Introduction Soil texture is one of the most influential characteristics of soils that affect the decomposition and retention of soil organic matter because it directly or indirectly affects soil's physical, chemical, and biological properties. Soil clays play an important role in soil organic matter ...  Read More

Soil science
Release of Zinc, Manganese and Magnesium from Mg-Zn-Mn-Al-LDH: Effect of Malic acid and Divalent to Trivalent Cation Ratios in Mineral Structure

zahra movahedirad; Mohsen Hamidpour

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 04 August 2024

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.88568.1414

Abstract
  Introduction Recently, layered double hydroxides (LDH) have attracted considerable attention. LDHs have found applications in numerous cases particularly slow-release fertilizers for essential nutrients for plants. Several studies have reported the release of nitrate and phosphorus from LDHs. The metal ...  Read More

Soil science
Evaluation of Potassium Status in the Soils of Oak Forests of Kohgilouye and Boyerahamad Province

Zeinab Barati; Hamidreza Owliaie; ebrahim adhami; Mahdi Najafi Ghiri

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 08 September 2024

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.89206.1423

Abstract
  Introduction Zagros oak forest ecosystem is one of the largest forest ecosystems under destruction in Iran, which is of great importance in terms of water and soil protection. Moisture stress in recent years has caused the deterioration of these forests in a wide area. Iranian oak (Quercus brantii Lindlb.) ...  Read More

Soil science
Enhancing the Accuracy of Land Use/Cover Map Using Some Spectral Indices in Sarab County – East Azerbaijan

Ali Sarabchi; Hossein Rezaei; farzin shahbazi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 29 October 2024

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.88043.1410

Abstract
  Introduction High-resolution satellite imagery data is widely utilized for Land Use/Land Cover (LULC) mapping. Analyzing the patterns of LULC and the data derived from changes in land use caters to the increasing societal demands, improving convenience, and fostering a deeper comprehension of the interaction ...  Read More

Soil science
Effect of Biochar and Activated Carbon from Organic Waste on Immobilizing Heavy Metals (Lead, Zinc, Cadmium) and Corn Plant Growth in Contaminated Soil

mohamad malehmir chegini; AHMAD GOLCHIN

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 03 November 2024

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.89325.1426

Abstract
  Introduction: Soil contamination with heavy metals poses a significant threat to both environmental and human health. Anthropogenic activities, including the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, industrial processes, wastewater disposal, and mining, contribute to the accumulation of heavy metals ...  Read More

Soil science
Consequence of Natural and Long Term Oil Pollution on Microbial Population and Urease Activity of Soil

Sh. Moradi; M.R. Sarikhani; A. Beheshti Ale Agha; A. Reyhanitabarَ; S.S. Alavi-kia; A. Bandehagh; R. Sharifi

Volume 37, Issue 5 , November and December 2024, , Pages 685-700

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2023.80896.1250

Abstract
  IntroductionOil contamination affects the biological, physical, and chemical properties of soil. The abundance and diversity of soil microbial communities can significantly be influenced by petroleum hydrocarbons. Soil biological indicators including microbial population and enzyme activity, are highly ...  Read More

Soil science
The Effect of Plantation Stands with Different Ages and Rangeland Cover on the Properties of Organic and Surface Soil Layer

Yahya Kooch; Mahmood Tavakoli Feizabadi; Katayoun Haghverdi

Volume 37, Issue 5 , November and December 2024, , Pages 701-720

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2023.82251.1280

Abstract
  IntroductionSoil, as habitat substrate, helps to regulate important ecosystem processes, including nutrient absorption, organic matter decomposition. Water availability and the well-being of humanity are directly linked to soil functions. On the other hand, vegetation with different species and ages ...  Read More

Soil science
Determination of the Optimal Ranges for Soil Pore Size Distribution Curve Parameters

Mehdi Zangiabadi

Volume 37, Issue 5 , November and December 2024, , Pages 721-731

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2023.83150.1300

Abstract
  IntroductionSoil pore size distribution curve and using the optimal ranges of the location and shape parameters of this curve can be used to evaluate the soil physical quality. This research was carried out in an area of about 220 hectares of Torogh Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education ...  Read More

Soil science
Investigating the Soil Evolution and Microbial Respiration along a Semi-Arid ‎Alluvial Fan in Northeastern Iran

Mahvan Hasanzadeh Bashtian; Alireza Karimi; Adel Sepehr; Amir Lakziyan; Omid Bayat

Volume 37, Issue 5 , November and December 2024, , Pages 733-749

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2023.83632.1313

Abstract
  Introduction Soils and landforms have a strong relationship and archive evidence of climatic and environmental changes. Alluvial fans are one of the most important landforms in arid and semi-arid regions of Iran. Climate changes in the Quaternary, especially in the late Pleistocene, had a significant ...  Read More

Soil science
The Effect of Nitrogen Form on Chemical Composition, Leaf Photosynthetic Pigments Concentration and Yield of Two Fodder Maize (Zea mays L.) Cultivars in Soilless Culture

Maryam Ghorbani; shahram kiani; Ali Moharrery; Sina Fallah

Volume 37, Issue 5 , November and December 2024, , Pages 751-767

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2023.84731.1340

Abstract
    IntroductionThe gradual decrease in the fertile soils surface due to environmental pollution and urbanization phenomena has reduced the possibility of sufficient fodder production. In addition, the strict dependency of the agricultural sector on water resources in an age of drastic climate change ...  Read More

Soil science
Investigating Lead Adsorption Behavior in the Presence of Carbon Dot (Kinetic, Isotherm and Thermodynamics)

J. Sadeghi; A. Lakzian; A. Halajnia; M. Alikhani Moghaddam

Volume 38, Issue 3 , July and August 2024, , Pages 365-351

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.85220.1357

Abstract
  Introduction The rapid growth of technology, industry, and development of cities has led to an increase in heavy metal pollution in freshwater sources and greywater across the world. The use of different adsorbents in order to remove some heavy metals from aquatic environments is a topic that has been ...  Read More

Soil science
Evaluating the Precision of the Conditioned Latin Hypercube Sampling Method for Selecting Soil Samples to Generate Digital Maps of Soil Properties

Z. Mosleh Ghahfarokhi; A. Azadi

Volume 38, Issue 3 , July and August 2024, , Pages 382-367

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.86936.1388

Abstract
  Introduction Soil properties play a crucial role as they determine the soil's suitability for different types of plant growth, ecosystems, and biota functioning. They have a significant impact on nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, and soil management. Digital Soil Mapping (DSM) is a process aimed ...  Read More

Soil science
Synthesis of Phosphorus Compound Based on Graphene Oxide (GO-P) and Investigating Its Effect on Phosphorus Availability in Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)

H. Asgari; M. Barani Motlagh; S.A. Movahedi Naeini; A. Babaei

Volume 38, Issue 3 , July and August 2024, , Pages 397-383

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.87114.1394

Abstract
  Introduction Wheat is considered the most important grain and one of the vital food products in Iran. After nitrogen, phosphorus is the most important nutrient required by plants and holds a high priority for the growth, yield and quality of plants. However, due to the introduction of phosphorus in ...  Read More

Soil science
Phosphorus Release Kinetics of Layer Double Hydroxides: Effect of pH and Divalent to Trivalent Cation Ratios in the Mineral Structure

A. Hassanzadeh; M. Hamidpour

Volume 38, Issue 3 , July and August 2024, , Pages 409-399

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.87711.1404

Abstract
  IntroductionLayered double hydroxides (LDH) have gained considerable attention for their potential application in agriculture, serving as a slow release sources of essential nutrients for plants. The appraising of LDH as a favorable fertilizer is in the early development, and more studies on the nutrient ...  Read More

Soil science
The Effect of Shrub Cover on Some Soil Properties in a Semi-arid Climate

Z. Sohrabzadeh; Y. Kooch

Volume 38, Issue 2 , May and June 2024, , Pages 223-237

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.85947.1364

Abstract
  Introduction  Shrub covers play a pivotal role in pasture ecosystems, exerting considerable influence on various biochemical processes that occur within the habitat and surface layers of the soil. Despite their significance, there is a scarcity of research exploring the impact of different ...  Read More

Soil science
Effects of Different Ratios of Urea:Nitrate in Nutrient Solution on the Growth and Nitrate Accumulation of Red French Lettuce in Soilless Culture

S. Naseri; Sh. Kiani; H.R. Motaghian

Volume 38, Issue 2 , May and June 2024, , Pages 239-252

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.86415.1372

Abstract
  IntroductionUrea is one of the nitrogen chemical fertilizers for vegetable production in soil. But it is seldom used in soilless cultures. Leafy vegetables such as Lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) contain high levels of nitrate and attempts have been made to reduce the nitrate concentration in this crop for ...  Read More

Soil science
A Comparative Analysis of the Impact of Various Acrylic Polymers on Mitigating the Mobility of Selected Heavy Metals in a Contaminated Soil

A. Barikloo; P. Alamdari; A. Golchin

Volume 38, Issue 2 , May and June 2024, , Pages 253-267

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.86611.1378

Abstract
  IntroductionHeavy metals such as lead, aluminum, mercury, copper, cadmium, nickel, and arsenic are now commonly found worldwide. Among these, cadmium and lead are the most hazardous, posing significant risks to both the environment and human health. Cleaning soils contaminated with organic and inorganic ...  Read More

Soil science
Modeling Soil Penetration Resistance Using Regression, Artificial Neural Network and Gene Expression Programming

Sh. Asghari; M. Hasanpour Kashani; H. Shahab Arkhazloo

Volume 38, Issue 2 , May and June 2024, , Pages 269-283

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.86792.1385

Abstract
  IntroductionThe penetration resistance (PR) of the soil shows the mechanical resistance of the soil against the penetration of a conical or flat probe; it is important in terms of seed germination, root growth and tillage operations. In general, if the PR value of a soil exceeds 2.5 MPa, the growth and ...  Read More

Soil science
The Effect of Cultivation Systems on Stability Index and Organic Carbon of Aggregates in Soils with Long-Term Sugarcane Cultivation History

N. Mollaei; M. Sheklabadi; M. Nael

Volume 38, Issue 2 , May and June 2024, , Pages 285-300

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.86970.1390

Abstract
  IntroductionSoil aggregate stability is a crucial indicator for evaluating soil structure, quality, and health. This index affects the physical and hydrological functions of the soil, which, in turn, depend on plant primary production and the capacity of organic carbon decomposition. Soil organic carbon ...  Read More

Soil science
The Impact of Agricultural Waste and Residue Composts on Two Consecutive Spinach Cultivations: 2- Response of Physiological Indicators, Growth, and Plant Nutrient Elements

Kh. Salarinik; M. Nael; M. Sayyari; S.S. Moosavi

Volume 38, Issue 1 , March and April 2024, , Pages 51-67

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2023.83764.1319

Abstract
  IntroductionApplication of agricultural waste composts, in addition to improving soil fertility, has positive effects on the quality of agricultural products and the environment by reducing the use of chemical fertilizers and recycling agricultural waste. Spinach (Spinacea oleracea L.) is a suitable ...  Read More

Soil science
Investigation of the Effect of Biochar on the Physical and Chemical Properties of Soil under Quinoa Cultivation under Water and Salinity Stress Conditions

O. Toorajzadeh; H. Piri; A. Naserin; M.M. Chari

Volume 38, Issue 1 , March and April 2024, , Pages 69-85

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.83859.1322

Abstract
  IntroductionAppropriate and practical use of agricultural waste reduce the pressure on the environment. Recently, there has been significant promotion of biochar utilization in agricultural lands. It serves as a valuable source of organic material for enhancing plant growth and as an effective soil amendment ...  Read More

Soil science
The Effect of Funneliformis mosseae Fungus and Acidithiobacillus Application on Some Biochemical Metabolites of Maize (Zea mays L.) Exposed to Salinity Stress

J. Al-Jomah; A. Halajnia; A. Lakzian; A.R. Astaraei

Volume 38, Issue 1 , March and April 2024, , Pages 85-104

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2023.84667.1339

Abstract
  Introduction Saline soils resulting from natural and/or anthropogenic processes are very diverse and widely distributed under all climates. Soil salinity as a serious environmental problem has negative effects on plant growth and development in arid and semi-arid as well as humid regions. Since increasing ...  Read More

Soil science
The Effect of Different Land Uses on the Characteristics of the Organic and Mineral Soil Layer in the West of Mazandaran

Y. Kooch; A. Shahpiri; K. Haghverdi

Volume 38, Issue 1 , March and April 2024, , Pages 105-126

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2023.85316.1358

Abstract
  Introduction Forests, encompassing approximately 30% of the Earth's land area, hold significant ecological importance due to their rich biodiversity and the multitude of environmental services they provide. These ecosystems outperform other terrestrial habitats, making them invaluable to all life forms ...  Read More

Soil science
Evaluation of the Effects of Replacing Struvite with Triple Superphosphate Fertilizer on Some Physiological Indices and Phosphorus Availability in Wheat

T. Nazari; M. Barani Motlagh; S.O. Rastegar; M.H. Sedri

Volume 38, Issue 1 , March and April 2024, , Pages 127-142

https://doi.org/10.22067/jsw.2024.85725.1362

Abstract
  IntroductionPhosphorus is an essential element for all living organisms, and it cannot be replaced by any other element. Phosphorus has however a limited resource, and it is estimated that the extracted phosphorus resources (Apatite) will last for another 50 to 100 years. One of the most widely used ...  Read More