Corn stover is a primary biofuel feedstock and its expanded use could help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and net CO2 emissions. Excessive stover removal may, however, negatively impact near-surface soil properties within a short period after removal. We assessed changes in soil crust strength, bulk density, and water content over a 1-yr period following a systematic removal or addition of stover from three no-till soils under corn in Ohio.
Revised: April 3, 2006 |
Published: January 6, 2006
Citation
Blanco-Canqui H., R. Lal, W.M. Post, R.C. Izaurralde, and L.B. Owens. 2006.Corn Stover Impacts on Near-Surface Soil Properties of No-Till Corn In Ohio.Soil Science Society of America Journal 70, no. 1:266-278.PNNL-SA-49281.